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People Matter
It was in 9th-grade geometry class, and I was sketching peace signs and flowers on my notebook. (I have always loved doodling.) While I knew the...
A list of domestic violence resources, in memory of Cristi Curtis
Domestic Violence crosses every intersection – race, ethnicity, income, education, employment, and more. In this post, I reflect on the 13th anniversary of the passing of my sister, Cristi Curtis. And, I offer a list of domestic violence resources.
Seeing a Legend, Live
[This post originally published August 30, 2008.] Have you ever seen a legend, live? Seeing a legend, live - it can be an incredible thing. Here's...
9 Steps to Stop Fake News
Sussing out good information can be challenging today. Here are 9 tips for you (plus more) so you can stop fake news and read responsibly.
DIY Mayonnaise
Do you like mayonnaise? I do. And, I hate buying it because it always has additives. I got this "DIY mayonnaise" recipe from a 1960s Better Homes...
In the wake of George, how will you change?
How is your heart today? In the wake of George Floyd’s death there is collective grief, mourning, and rage. This is an invitation to disrupt our system.
The Complicated Lives of Mothers and Children
I have a 13-year-old boy. My husband and I love our son terribly, and we didn’t plan out every detail of his existence. Namely that he would be...
100% Pure Vanilla Extract
How do you make 100% pure vanilla extract? It's easier than you think! All it takes is a few simple ingredients and time. [This post originally...
Food fads, revisited
Food fads are a thing. Every year, it seems, we learn about something else we should or shouldn’t do or eat for so-called optimal health. Milk is in until it isn’t. Alternate kinds of milk are in until they aren’t. We can eat based on our blood types. We can use ancient traditions. We can even get into gastro-molecular inventions (what!?).
Strategies for curating your brand
Introduction to Episode Strategies for identifying and curating your brand. This podcast is for people who know what they do and are looking at how...
How do you celebrate Imbolc?
Introduction to Episode How do you celebrate Imbolc? First, what is it? Second, how did it come about? In this bonus episode, Michelle briefly talks...
Happy New Year
Happy New Year! Introduction to Episode Michelle discusses going into 2020 with grace, purpose, and joy. Podcast Episode Summar Listen as we discuss...