Election day is just a short week away, and while many have already cast their ballots or soon will, there’s still an undeniable feeling of trepidation and anxiety over the final outcome. Most readers of this column don’t live in a swing-state where residents are being bombarded with nonstop political ads – yet the news […]

With the devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the news, I’ve been thinking a lot about the things we take for granted. Not just the obvious – clean water, food, electricity, housing – but also, the luxury of being annoyed by everyday inconveniences. Delays in traffic. Having to wait in line – anywhere. The […]

As yet another birthday approaches, I find myself wondering what life has in store for me. I’ll be turning 61 soon, an age that falls into what is commonly known as the golden-years. So far, they’ve been good but they also bring to mind the obvious – I’m not getting any younger. I’m feeling confident […]