Broken Summer
I lost track of the days but not the number of times the dream returns. . . -- The poem, Broken Summer, is an excerpt from my novel, When...
Bear Witness
I changed my Facebook profile image. Updated is the term, as if it's somehow new. Which part changed? My Jewish identity? That I am...
Needs Coaching
Needs coaching. This phrase was recently used about me. It was assigned to me by a man. Needs coaching. I discussed this phrase with a...
Not (that) Smart
Once upon a time, when I complained about some negative interactions at work, my sister-in-law instructed, "Be smart. Not right." It was...
Learning t(he)o Game
Space is an element Of good games Space is physical, Not empty, Open Space Is Waiting For the End Without knowing How to play What do I...
2024 Multicultural Children's Book Day
Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2024 (1/25/25) is in its 11th year! Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen founded this non-profit children’s...
Available-The Hopper Issue IV
I am excited for this edition to be available online. I wrote this piece with inspiration from my father. I edited this piece on my...
Cybils Awards Update: Finalists Announced
Participation in this review process was an incredible experience. It provided me with an opportunity to get a broad layout of the...
The Goal(s) of Gifts (Given)
In the fall I planned which gifts I would give. I assessed what my garden provided in abundance and found the intersection with which...
