Confessions of a Key West Jeopardy! junkie

Nailed it.  Final Jeopardy questions, two episodes in a row — and with no hesitation (meaning I didn't panic in my usual dither and shout...

What can I say?

I’m supposed to know the right words.  I’ve been stringing them together professionally for nearly a quarter-century.  But in today’s times, I just don't know what...

How safe am I at home?

Hello, my masked friends. I need to start this week by thanking the funny folks on Facebook who have provided countless hours of hilarious GIFs,...

Bumpy ride

This too shall pass. That’s what everyone keeps saying, at least. Of course, folks fail to mention that its passage will be as smooth and...

`Equal and enabled

In an island community that regularly elects female representatives, hires female leaders and values female opinions, it’s easy to forget that’s not the case...

Gifted and talented

I’ve got mad skills. Unfortunately, they’re not what most people would consider useful or in any way suited for a resume, in the traditional...

Words don’t always work

I love words. Love them. Since I was about 5 years old and discovered I was no good at math, I’ve relished any chance to...
Southernmost City got busy in 2019 - A close up of a black keyboard - The Key West Amphitheater

Southernmost City got busy in 2019

I never thought it would happen. I couldn’t envision how it would look, or how the city would ever come to an agreement about...
GROWN-UP PARTY GIVES WAY TO YOUNGER CROWD – KIDS COUNT DOWN TO TRICK-OR-TREATING - A close up of a person talking on a cell phone - Painting

MILES TO GO – Halloween Hang-Ups

We don’t get many – or any – trick-or-treaters in my Old Town neighborhood; never have, actually, though I suppose I can’t blame parents...