What Nanowrimo Taught Me
I thought I’d learned all about writing from books and gurus. But I never really did the thing before Nanowrimo.
2010
Fittest After 50: Get Off The Treadmill
Where I explore why most people get fatter as they get older and the real secret to losing weight.
Is It Time To Downsize Your Bucket List?
A real Bucket List celebrates living and dying with purpose. We downplay the dying part, but that’s where we should start.
How James Michener Derailed My Career
At age 36, I received my M.A. in Archaeology. Then I reread James Michener’s archaeological saga, The Source, and realized my true calling – storytelling.
Ladies, Know Your Limits!
Here’s a bit of hilarious satire from the BBC’s Harry Enfield and Chums, which ran during the 1990s. Also, a serious story about women and science.
On Blogging, Books, and Dug The Dog
The screen blurred. My fingers twitched. I felt unfocused and distracted and hadn’t even opened a web browser. Is the Internet making me sick, or just stupid?