Urban Chill
I love big city life, but the density tries one’s patience. My better angel aims not to be reactive. I can’t say that I often succeed. Perhaps tomorrow.
Photo by Tatsuto Shibata
What It Would Take
This painting by Dwayne Butcher made me smile. And I got to thinking how I’d fill in the blank. I’d marry any man named…. (Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese?)
Adrenaline Rush
How crazy is it that almost a third of 2019 is over. What thrills are on your bucket list this year?
Illustration by Jean Jullien
Truth
It took me a long time to learn this lesson. And I’m so happy I did.
Illustration by Alessandra Olanow
Earth Day
April 22, 1970 was the first Earth Day. 22 million people took to the streets to demonstrate for a cleaner environment. Within months, Richard Nixon proposed the creation of the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). Now, almost 50 years later, the crisis is more urgent than ever. What’s it going to take to make a difference?
Illustration by Eiko Ojala
Happy Renewal!
Whether you’re celebrating Easter, Passover or the beauty of spring, here’s to hope and joy in the days ahead.
Photo by Adam Hillman
It’s Mueller Time
It has been a big news day. I’m curious to see where we go from here.
“This Issue Has Been Redacted” by Barry Blitt
Archive for April, 2019
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