2020 Life Lessons

What have I learned in 2020? Gratitude for a roof over my head, food in the cupboards, a paycheck, and my community that has pulled together in new and exciting ways to be the change for which we have been waiting. I learned, though I did not want to, that Read more…

On Kamala Harris

A few years back, when the democratic party sent a snail mail survey asking me who I thought should run for Senate from the State of California to replace the seat being vacated by Senator Barbara Boxer, Kamala’s name was not even listed. Under “other,” I wrote in Kamala Harris. Read more…

Decolonizing our world

July 31 through August 2 is the Second Annual Mythologium, a two-and-a-half day conference and retreat for mythologists and mythophiles. Scholars of mythology present their work and spark inspiration through panels, presentations, and social gatherings. Think Plato’s symposium meets mythological studies. A gymnasium for the mythic mind. While this year’s Read more…

Counting my blessings

I’m not the sort of person who normally goes around counting my blessings, but with our lives turned upside down due to COVID-19, I’m trying very hard to enjoy the smaller things in my life. Since 50% of my time away from work is spent doing on community meetings, volunteering, Read more…

Black’s Beach Documentary

For those of you who know me, you know I was a participant in the Full Moon Circles at Black’s Beach primarily in the 1990s, but also in the early 2000s.  A local filmmaker made this wonderful documentary, including excerpts with yours truly, on Black’s Beach.  It’s now available on-line.  Read more…