A Mental Health Update
Five years ago, I shared a Facebook post reflecting on my struggle to reclaim my former identity after experiencing Depression…
What is the definition of peace?
Martin Luther King Jr. offered a powerful answer: “True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the…
Resilience and/or Justice
I’m disturbed when we recognize children as being resilient after years of food insecurity, as though their ability to endure…
A Tribute to Wendell Berry
A month and a half ago, my favorite author, Wendell Berry, died. I believe those of us who call ourselves…
Bad Coffee, Toompea Castle, and Hanging Out in the Apartment
I let Saturday start slowly in the apartment. I made a few final edits to my post about the trip…
A Day in Helsinki
Last night I tried to get some sleep before an early start to catch the ferry to Helsinki, Finland. But…
Day One in Tallinn
To begin, I want to say to everyone who wished me a happy birthday yesterday: Thank you! I started receiving…
Intentionally Getting Lost in Vilnius
After getting ready for the day, I again headed to Crustum Bakery and Cafe. There was a different barista, and,…
A Day Trip to Trakai
After a good night’s sleep and getting ready for the day, I returned to Crustum Bakery/Café. I told the barista…
Day Two in Vilnius: A Tour of the City’s Old Town
I am staying in Vilnius’s Old Town, one of the largest surviving medieval old towns in northern and eastern Europe.…