Poverty isn’t good for anyone. When the least fortunate suffer we all suffer. Who would want to live in a mansion that is surrounded by squallier?
A friend of mine turned me on to a Netflix series titled Man on the Inside. The show is a comedy about a retiree turned amateur private investigator trying to find a thief in a Senior Living Community. Since my friend’s husband is associated with the production, I decided to
One of the delightful things about being an author is getting to know other writers throughout the community. I met David Galef at a publisher’s retreat in Chicago last spring. He is a creative writing professor who has penned a number of books, ranging from children’s literature and poetry to
For a small city of just over 30,000, Juneau, Alaska, is big on flavor. Restaurants here cater to cruise ship passengers, glacier chasers, and locals. With no roads in or out to bring in fresh food, chefs rely on seasonal foraging and carefully planned gardens. Despite these challenges, Juneau’s restaurant
What initially drew me to Thailand was the beautiful beaches and islands of the south. In a previous article I wrote about Bangkok and my adventures there. I recommend you read it if you get a chance. From Tokyo I flew to Bangkok and then on to Phuket, in the