Monthly Archives: July 2014

New Column: “Put down your phone, for the love of Pete!”

Today’s column in The Greenville News is all about how much I looovvvveee when people–in social situations, i.e. with others present–are completely glued to their smart phones. Yep. Enjoy it (I hope!) here.

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Literary Pilgrimage, Day 2: Orchard House, Dickinson Museum, Mt. Holyoke

Whew. Let me say that again. Whew. I am home, finally, after an almost three-week trip up to New England and back again. In that time I took a two-day novel research trip to Massachusetts, attended my last residency as … Continue reading

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New column: “Your memories might not be your own”

Hi, all! Today’s column is up at The Greenville News, and this one’s all about the theory of ancestral memory, or inherited memories. Ever wondered if you’ve inherited more than eye color and height from your ancestors? Well, check it … Continue reading

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New column: “Independence should be celebrated all year long”

Hi, all! Completely forgot to post the link last week to my newest column in The Greenville News. This one’s about independence, the Fourth of July, and Thomas Jefferson. I hope you enjoy! Find it here.

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New Column: “Love for soccer is a calling card”

Hi, folks, This weeks’s column is up at The Greenville News, and it’s all about “the beautiful game” of soccer. Hope you enjoy! Read it here.

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