With newfound artist and writer friends, and trusty and gorgeous sleigh horses, in Johnson, Vermont, 2008.

Cripes, I almost forgot to post my newspaper column today! It’s been a week of random fevers, manic hand-washing, and sickness prevention in my house. This morning I stood in front of my college students and couldn’t even remember what day it was.

That being said, my column this week is about solitude, and the gift that it can be, when we let ourselves remain open. To read, click here.

I hope everyone stays healthy and well this winter!