As I stood on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on Saturday, I was struck by the phenomenal diversity of the people coming to see this magnificent monument. They were from all over the country and all over the world. Throngs of people, smiling and taking group photos, reading the quotes, and gazing out from … Continue reading Election Day 2022: Dealing with Anxiety…. Again
Summer is upon us! It’s always been my favorite season, thanks to having a summer birthday and growing up near the beach. This year it’s looking even better. Emerging from the Covid-19 pandemic is bringing me, along with so many of us, a tremendous sense of relief. Being able to see (and hug) my friends … Continue reading Summer Reading List 2021: Suggestions and Reflections
It has been a heartbreaking week. I am grieving the loss of so many Black Americans, the violence we are witnessing, and the racism we continue to suffer from. The killing of George Floyd has laid bare a deep and terrible wound that many would prefer not to see. And yet, we cannot ignore it. … Continue reading BLACK LIVES MATTER
Yesterday, I received a message from Supermajority in response to the recent violence against Black people in this country. Their message so thoughtfully and precisely reflects what I believe needs to be shared at this time, which is why I am passing it along. Please read the Supermajority team's post here for a heartfelt message to all … Continue reading Sharing Supermajority’s Response To The Murder of Black Americans
I spent Memorial Day weekend at home with my family, alternating between a little relaxing and a lot of spring cleaning. We didn’t get that burst of summer weather that we sometimes do in New England, so weekend travel was less tempting. Also, our governor has adopted a “safer at home” stance due to coronavirus, … Continue reading MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND REFLECTIONS: “SAFER AT HOME” SUMMER
January 9, 2020 Early in the morning on January 21, 2017, I stood on the corner of Independence Avenue and Maryland Avenue SW. Not far from the US Capitol building, shoulder to shoulder in a sea of other protestors, I waited for the Women’s March on Washington to begin. I saw people holding handmade signs that … Continue reading IT’S TIME TO MARCH