In praise of Tea

In praise of Tea

This week, I want to step back from politics and such, and write about simpler things, namely hiking and tea. Most days, even as I work and write, I spend a considerable amount of time thinking (and yes, even daydreaming) about hiking. Time in quiet, green spaces,...
Does Dr. Peterson’s Faith Matter?

Does Dr. Peterson’s Faith Matter?

In a soon-to-be-published piece at The Steam, I reflect on my recent experience at a Dr. Jordan Peterson lecture in St. Loius, Missouri. Among the many questions I had after the lecture (I like experiences that leave me with more questions than answers) was whether or...
Who is your friend?

Who is your friend?

Are you old enough to remember the game where someone would yell, “Apple core!” and someone else would respond with ‘Baltimore!’ Then, someone would say ‘Who’s your friend?’ and the name called out got an apple core tossed at them?...
Our Comfort Crisis: The Lack of Struggle is Real

Our Comfort Crisis: The Lack of Struggle is Real

The first month of 2024 is almost over, and many prognosticators say the coming year will be challenging. Predictions of war, disease and economic instability abound. And with 2024 being a major election year, we are already seeing dire predictions of doom and gloom...