Allies for a New Generation of Conscience

This semester I’ve been taking the time to listen to my students’ stories, the ones they never tell. I’ve been … More

Looking Out Toward the Gray-Headed Years

  At the gym during a Zumba class some time ago, I made a reference to Jane Fonda—“Remember her workout … More

Why Should Black Lives Matter? by Ed Stewart

On my way home after church a few weeks ago, I stopped for a snack at the Arizmendi Bakery on … More

Making Peace with Gophers: How Personal Transformation Can Transform a Garden

    In May 2015 I went to a Mindfulness Meditation retreat in the tradition of Community of Mindful Living, … More

Believing in People: Practical Practice in Supporting Each Other

    I’d like to think that as a teacher, it’s my job to believe in people, especially when they … More

Four Great Reasons to Get a Game Night Going

    While I make time to play with children as often as possible, I also love to play games … More

Children and Board Games Go Together

These days, video games are all the rage with young people. They’re everywhere and really fun. They’re exciting because they … More

Eat Your Way through West Texas: A New Twist on the Great American Road Trip

  We recently took a road trip to visit family in another state. Along the way we discovered bits of … More

Making Every Life Matter: How Gen Y Is Reinventing Mourning

  I’ve often wondered what happened to the American ritual of wearing a black armband when someone in the family … More

Learning to Age with Grace and Dignity

  Now that I’m older and more aware of the cycles of life, I see how critical it is to … More