What’s brewing, Witches?

What’s brewing, Witches?

Halloween allows us to juxtapose darkness with lightheartedness. It’s a chance to poke fun at some of our greatest fears, to turn them into absurdity and something less threatening. It’s a way to cope. It’s also the ultimate kids’ holiday – in...
Costumes of Daily Living

Costumes of Daily Living

Today as I readied myself for a weekly meeting I attend, I carefully selected the clothes I wore. Not as armor, but as a desire to fit in. My goal is to effectively align with the other participants. It’s a means of establishing rapport and to signify that I...
The Bride of Frankenstein Presides

The Bride of Frankenstein Presides

“You can’t put up a pinata in a funeral home. Especially one that hovers over the casket, open or shut.” “Why not?” “Because it wouldn’t be seemly according to our rituals, rites, and protocols, Madame.” “Seemly?” “Well, this is your beloved husband we are...
Sweet Tooth :-D

Sweet Tooth :-D

So, I had a sweet tooth when I was a youth. Had it removed – and, I think I gained a shiny dime. Not a bad return for something I didn’t pay for – or earn. Yeah, even as a kid I was a capitalist.  🙂 Full disposure, I probably procured candy with my...
Life as a Miracle: It’s a Mad World

Life as a Miracle: It’s a Mad World

Today is Halloween. It’s a spooky and magical night. Costume ready? Pillowcase pulled from the linen closet to hold your haul? Ready to watch the Great Pumpkin, the ritual cartoon from the Peanuts gang? Or are you more the Starbucks’ Pumpkin Latte type? I...