More Tortoise, Less Hare

Past Republican

A former Republican who barely recognizes the current GOP but still understands some of the thinking among Republican voters. Join me as I share a fresh perspective on these crazy times in American politics.

Hopefully Yours

An ongoing conversation about the daily mess of life: Family, politics, books, teaching, writing, journalism - and dogs, always dogs. In my world, hope is a fact.

Shades of Blue

A place to cultivate calm, connection, and healing through melancholy moments of classical music.

This publication has evolved into something new. . .

Incidental Comics

Impossible thoughts and complicated feelings, illustrated. With bonus musings on how to live a creative life.