Monthly Archives: January 2021

Toward a More Equal America, Part 12 Fear False Evidence Appearing Real That which we believe keeps us safe Makes the world far more dangerous While keeping us small Keeping us miserable Diminishing our confidence Diminishing our power.   Fear … Continue reading →

Toward a More Equal America, Part 11 In Part 10 I introduced the political plane and situated the United States within it: approximately halfway between democracy and authoritarianism, and with more private ownership than public ownership. At this point, I … Continue reading →

Toward a More Equal America, Part 10 We tend to think of politics in terms of voting on bills and taking positions on issues: debating, for example, exactly under what circumstances abortion or capital punishment should be allowed, or what … Continue reading →

Toward a More Equal America, Part 9 When I started this series last spring, I had no idea that would continue for what is looking to be 12 installments. Although my writing style may come across as prescriptive at times, … Continue reading →

It’s been a while since I’ve offered my thoughts on Covid-19, which has receded from the center of our national consciousness even as schools remain closed and infection numbers reach all-time highs. I am an avid observer. Whether it’s tracking … Continue reading →

1991Early springJim’s hills, I think?Little Mark at five years old, Ed at 53Who took this picture? Such a perfect compositionSuch a perfect meditationOn presence and impermanenceThe pasqueflowers, long awaited through winter’s coldBloom only for a few daysThe feather cast off … Continue reading →

This year will not be remembered primarily for its weather in most parts of the world. That said, 2020 did bring a record-breaking hurricane season and a continuation of worldwide weather extremes that are almost certainly linked to climate change. … Continue reading →