Are you good at asking for what you want? Some insight into those who struggle with it.
Ask For What You Want, Part Two: People Pleasing
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How Chicago Failed Its Most Vulnerable: The Heat Wave of July 1995
31 years ago, a three-day disaster revealed an ongoing one.
Loneliness Week 2026
There is no way to eradicate loneliness, but there are ways to help.
When Someone Shares Their Bad News
When someone tells you about a painful experience, follow their lead in the conversation.
The Heart of Squid Game: Remember How Easy Making Friends Used to Be?
This is why Season 2 isn’t as good.
What Do You Do During the Christmas Season?
My hope lies in friendship.
We Don’t All Do Family
Childhood taught me family can be a dangerous place
Images of Illinois Natural Beauty
My ex-husband has a great eye as a nature photographer
Mother’s Day Is Trickier Than You Think
Only wish someone a happy Mother’s Day if you’re certain it’s not a painful day for her.
Thanksgiving 2023
At the age of 57, returning to my “home town” finally doesn’t feel like a bad movie.
Pandemic Brought Me More Racist Micro Aggressions
The pandemic even brought more racism into my life.
Divorce Is Not Failure
We’re in denial that marriage has become another rite of passage
When Dying Wishes Cause Pain to the Living
How responsible are you for obeying when you’ll have to live with consequences?
I Didn’t Want To Be THIS Divorced
I’m 56 years old and looking for a date.
My Dad Won’t Move
We can choose where we’ll be buried. Why not choose where we draw our last breath?