Several years ago when I was changing careers, leaving my role in the restaurant business that I knew so well, I stumbled upon an article that asked a question that I still think about. At the time I was in a reflective state of mind, trying to figure out where to direct my energies. The…
Tag: books
Spark what?
Marie Kondo’s Netflix show on the transformational effect of tidying up has blown up. I’ve heard NPR shows about the effects of the decluttering craze (a thrift store bonanza), seen countless posts online about goals for emptying out closets and garages, and heard pushback about some of her advice (especially about books). Full disclosure: I…
Books are a few of my favorite things…
I’ve started a new writing project. I often catch myself talking about it and saying that it’s hard, which it is. But it’s also awesome. Chipping away with my words and thoughts, not being certain exactly where I’m headed but going anyway – it’s the backbone of my creative life. And reading other people’s books…