AI took over my EM dash, but not my voice

AI took over my EM dash, but not my voice

Writing is an esteemed yet difficult endeavor, a craft to be admired when well done. Via pen or pencil, people bled onto the page, pounded typewriter keys or computer keyboards, stared at walls for inspiration, and chewed nails in deadline desperation. Some took a...
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...
The Affable Presence of Celebrity and Recognition

The Affable Presence of Celebrity and Recognition

I live in a celebrity scene. Near-constant sunshine, miles and miles of beach, and clusters of people to worship it all. Celebrity sightings are usual and the stars are casual about the recognition that accompanies publicity and fame. Stars of the movies, stars of TV,...
Message Via Voice

Message Via Voice

October is Better Speech-Language-Hearing Month, so here’s acknowledgement to my former career. YAY! I adored it as much as I adore my encore career of writing. Allow me to share information from past life career, when I fervently worked as the problem solver of...