Is Anybody Out There?

Do you want to see this blog continue, or should I just shut up and mind my own business? (Big smile here, because either way, it’s okay.)So far, only two people have written for their “McKettrick’s Choice” bookmarks. I know there’s a lot...

The Hurricane

I want to make it clear here that I’m not minimizing the tragic effects of this storm on real people, people who lost loved ones, as well as homes and dreams. We all need to keep praying and keep giving, because this wound belongs to all of us, and not just the...

Best Case Scenarios

Do you worry?I certainly do, though I must admit that in correlation to the current Crisis I Choose Not to Mention, my concerns seem pretty petty.My dog is too fat.What kind of grade did I get in that college class I just finished?Will I EVER find a way to quit...

What’s Written on YOUR Inner Blackboard?

As children, we come into this crazy, chaotic and inherently wonderful world as clean slates. Unless we are born into abusive circumstances, alcoholism, etc., we start out with a pretty good opinion of ourselves. We’re willing to try things. If we’re...

I hope you’re too busy having fun today…

to be reading this blog!Labor Day is one of my favorite holidays–oh, those Labor Day trees, sparkling in the frosty night. Just kidding. I love Labor Day because, for me, it has always been a beginning. I was one of those crazy kids who felt pure delight when...

Where does the buck stop?

Recently, I received a forward from one of my closest and most deeply respected friends. (Our political views could hardly be more different, and yet we find common ground in so many ways.)The piece in question was written by Molly Ivins. For those of you who are...

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