Music as Medicine

Music as Medicine

As a music lover who could have been doing productive things my entire life rather than playing albums and going to concerts, I revel in my avocation. Whether it’s the simple and sweet lilt of “Happy Birthday” or the powerful, uplifting strains of...
OMG and LOL

OMG and LOL

The wartime statesman, Winston Churchill, has been mentioned a lot lately, as people seek wise statemen to rudder today’s world, So I did a little history dive to reconnect with his legend. I found that his remarkable life was filled with genuine “OMG” moments,...
Can White People Dance?

Can White People Dance?

White people can’t dance. White people can’t jump. Are these bits of cultural wisdom true or false? Saying that white people can’t jump or dance is about culture and race. A comeuppance statement voiced among people of color. Watch this video –...
Wonder Woman Words

Wonder Woman Words

There are some words – an erudite few – that serve double functions for us. That is, they can be used as verbs or nouns. It all depends on the context. For example, the word “verb” A. verb, verb tr.: To turn a word into a verb. “I can verb...
Somebody vs. Someone

Somebody vs. Someone

As you may know if you subscribe, my blog is a repository for my opinions, considerations, and point of view. It’s all things writerly – and not – in my world. Ir’s my appointment to write. At least once a week, 50 wks./yr., I settle my fingers...