Nothing but cats. You’re welcome.

Have you read the news today? Not so good, right? How’s your love life? Nonexistent? And your bank balance? Kind … More

Pajamas, a Personal Manifesto

I am addicted to pajamas. I recently invested in a Pier One wicker dresser just for my pajamas. I have … More

Protected: Here We Go (an Advent) Caroling!

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“The Novel Cure” : We Are What We Read

Read books more. Read the news less. This is my new mental health mantra. Because of the number nine. Nine. … More

Joani’s Big Adventure or The Blessing of the Bikes

Six years old, I learned to ride a bike on a little red Schwinn. No training wheels. My dad said … More

U&U: The List 2016/2017

The third annual U&U List, full of twists and turns, blessing and curse, presented in whimsical and random order for … More

“Besties, Bromances & Soulmates” -Post-Election Therapy

This time last year, I was feeling “Bookish”. Having met Meredith Maslich, at the Story District rebrand bash, I was … More

Grounded Flight

I know nothing of aerodynamics but I do know that I have a helicopter in my head. The propellers  begin … More

Bipolar Love: The Tale of Archie & Amelie

“On December 5, 1900, the New York Herald headlines screamed:” “CHANLER ESCAPES Amelie Rives First Husband IS OUT OF ASYLUM … More

“My name is Legion”, The Bipolar Dictionary Redux

The fifth chapter of the Gospeller, St. Mark tells the story of a haunted soul. And a haunting story it … More