2020 Was a Mess. Let’s Clean Up.

2020 was a mess. We can’t ignore that fact, but that doesn’t mean we can’t go into this new year with a sense of hope.

Give Thanks Where It’s Due: Happy Thanksgiving!

Though Thanksgiving has some problematic historical contexts, I still enjoy taking today to take stock of what's going on in my life, and noting all the things I'm thankful for. It's magical for the brain, and so helpful for reminding us what's important in our lives.

Should You Participate in NaNoWriMo?

Sure, 50k words in just a month is a lot to write in such little time, especially since most people still have work, families, and other daily commitments to attend to, but I think this is one of those times where it’s more productive to focus on the journey, not the destination.