(Originally published 6/19/2006 on journalstar.com)
In elementary school, the Friday before Father’s Day we would always make some kind of present for our fathers in art class. I always happily made mine for my mom. I …

(Originally published 7/19/07 on journalstar.com)
Awkward is a really interesting emotion… a momentary feeling of nonacceptance in the human pack.
Checking out at the grocery store tonight, the bagger asked if I could handle the bags or …

(originally published 8/19/07 on journalstar.com)
Getting a solid 8 hours of sleep every night but having a daily life that’s totally dry of invigorating conversations or things to look forward to can make you feel drained …