Spending Advent in Vienna
Vienna is a bizarre place to spend Advent because, as Billy Joel reminds us, it’s a city more accustomed to waiting than arriving.
And Yet, Still Religious
When I’m confused, I need the motions. I need to plant the mustard seeds. Watch them grow, and even watch them die.
Places I’ll Never Know
Lights shine along Seattle’s hills, illuminating all the homes where everyone no one knows eats, sleeps, listens, and loves.
Building My Character
So there you have it: my NYC role models. Here’s hoping I learn from their mistakes and also make some non-fictional friends ASAP.
Silence / Noise
It’s a typically bustling city now silent and eerie, “Jingle Bell Rock” echoing forlornly down the avenues.
Here in the Parentheses
I can’t be the only woman who read his post and thought, “You’re kidding, right?” I can’t be the only woman who read his post searching for the punchline.
Dystopia Now
But Nathan was right. I can’t plan for the apocalypse. I can only do what I believe to be useful and good now. I can only do what is in front of me.
Nothing Wasted
When is the last time
You knew what you wanted?
Lying to Children (Is Easy and Fun)
Kids are insanely gullible. They will believe literally anything you tell them.
Your Holiday Google Search History
What do you mix with eggnog? What is a good Christmas gift for someone you are only casually dating?
