Memory – Pieces of a Puzzle
A photo blog This past August my partner Eric and I went on a road trip to visit his Mom. I took some photos along the way to document the trip and posted them on Instagram as so many do nowadays, not only to share with others but simply as a way of chronicling a […]
Yet for all that, Cousin…
By Jess Hutchinson Yet for all that cousin, let [it] be a [job that aligns with your values, respects your boundaries, offers equitable pay that allows you to thrive, thoughtful management, and human-centered policies], Or else make another curtsy and say ‘[Employer], as it please me.’ – Much Ado About Nothing if Beatrice was job […]
A Story in Memoriam
Last month, our community suffered a huge and very unexpected loss. Deborah Napier was a remarkable human being – her talent and humor were somehow, inexplicably, matched by her generosity of spirit, friendship, and unwavering support of her friends and colleagues. There are so many stories we could share, but we loved what our own […]
My Pandemic Diary Drawings
Original drawings and text by Judith Sussman When friends suggested that I capture these surreal times by drawing empty NYC streets, I thought that was too depressing. Then I got the idea to do these “Diary Drawings” of my experiences and observations living through this pandemic… PANDEMIC WALKS summarizes the daily walks my friend and […]
BEYOND HAPPINESS “Sometimes muddy water is best cleared by leaving it alone”
By Aaron Andrews, CEO/Founder of Beyond Happiness; Edited by head of Operations & Production, Jennie Moss Where Did It All Start? I have personally dealt with depression and anxiety while growing up and wanted to create a space where I could deal with all of the emotions I was feeling. I did not have friends […]
Always Go To The Show
By Jenn Marks; originally posted with Did We Jam I can’t figure out how to start this post. I imagine by the time you read this, you already know the sad news. I hope you do; I don’t want this to be the way you learn. Then again, maybe this rambling tribute is the right […]
Ways to Reduce Your Environmental Impact
By Ella Stern “…remember that even though you aren’t an elected government official, you still have a voice, and the best way to make lasting change is to use it.” Climate change: one of the most pressing issues of our time, one that affects the very future our generation will or will not have on […]
Dreams Really Can Come True
By Jenn Marks (of DidWeJam) It’s a well known fact that The Brothers Comatose is my favorite local band and is in my top-five favorite bands, period. Yes, I felt I needed to emphasize the period there. Last weekend, a long time dream (one that pre-pandemic, I would have said was unattainable) was realized. The Brothers […]
Thoughts on Watching “Summer of Soul”
By Leah S. Abrams If you were to watch the recently released documentary, “Summer of Soul” and, the next day, watch the “Woodstock” footage, both shot in the summer of 1969, one seen by multiple generations and the other – the astounding other – having sat in a basement for over fifty years, I challenge […]
Positively Pivoting
By Chrissy Brooks Chrissy shared the first of this series with us back in March – find out where folks are at now and take a look back at where they were: Today I am poolside, reveling in the joys of an outdoor club pool where my kids can swim in the California sunshine. Our […]