Mmm, that’s good camel: on the pursuit of happiness
I’m obsessed with stories about much older people. I want to empathize with the thoughts and concerns of old age, because there are important clues there. Clues about what really … Continue reading
Beyond Cynicism: the case for political engagement
Today I’m spending over four hours at the Davidson County Elections Commission for a refresher course on handling special voters: those who changed their address, failed to register, or didn’t … Continue reading
An education in suffering
In 2017 I traveled to Colombia to meet my biological family. One afternoon as I was standing in the courtyard of my paternal grandparents’ home, watching some local children assemble … Continue reading
Getting Sick: A hero’s journey?
This past week I’ve been laid low with a vicious cold. My ear canals seemed to swell, sealing off the outside world and locking me in a painful bubble. The … Continue reading
Write your values (A daily ritual)
This is the third installment in the Meaningfulness Project series, an essay project devoted to exploring a sense of purpose through long-term commitment to core values. One quirk about me is … Continue reading
Living the Good Life
This is the second installment in the Meaningfulness Project series, an essay project devoted to exploring a sense of purpose through long-term commitment to core values. The Short Version The good … Continue reading
The Meaningfulness Project: A personalized curriculum for a meaningful life
The Short Version: The Meaningfulness Project is a writing series (in progress) about how I’m learning to live a meaningful life. I think a “meaningful life” comes from long-term commitment to … Continue reading
