Creating a Space for Their Art

As a creative person, I find other people’s creativity a wonderful well of inspiration from which to draw. I love to hear from other people regarding their creative journeys—their struggles, their celebrations, their newest artistic pursuits. That’s why I count myself...

My Genius—Admonished & Admired

In my experience with teenagers, which includes teaching college freshmen and high school seniors, a short stint as an interim youth minister, and now raising up my two girls, I’m just going to go ahead and say it: if a teenager ever refers to you as a genius without...

I Can Read Their Anger

Can you remember the first book that made you cry? Perhaps one that caused you to laugh uproariously when you were alone (Confederacy of Dunces, a book one really should read aloud with a friend or spouse)? Or one that really incited your anger (To Kill a...

They Are the Rory to My Lorelai

If you’ve ever watched an episode of Gilmore Girls, or maybe binged entire seasons at a time like me, you’ve probably noticed the relationship Lorelai Gilmore has with her daughter, Rory. They are like peas in a pod, best friends, travel buddies, and even a bit of a...