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I lived in Germany when there was still a Berlin Wall—when news reports showed people being shot trying to climb over it, desperate to leave. We visited Dachau, where political prisoners were held (1933–1938). I lived...

Fall isn’t just a feast for the senses—it’s a living classroom for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Every leaf that changes color, every shadow...

There’s something about walking in Autumn that feels different than walking in any other season. The air is cooler, carrying with it the earthy scent of fallen leaves. The trees, dressed in shades of amber and crimson, seem to whisper...

I have been waiting for “The Terminal List Season 2” from the moment “The Terminal List” ended. Not only do I have a crush on Taylor Kitsch but I remember...

The crispness of Fall always reminds me to slow down, to inhale deeply and let the cool air swirl through me like falling leaves. As the days shorten and the nights grow long and shadowed, I find myself turning inward—back to the lessons I didn’t realize...

For years I’ve wanted to become a Researcher. I didn’t want to have to do lectures or teach but sitting in a room and exploring new ideas seemed like heaven to me. Although this is something I want to do, I do not have work experience as a researcher. So, when such job...

Fall is the season of quiet shifts. The long heat of summer softens into crisp breezes. Leaves exchange their greens for glowing reds and golds, then fall gently to the ground, reminding us that change is both natural and necessary. It’s a time when...

As the days grow shorter and the cool breeze of fall begins to set in, I find myself thinking about energy in a new way. Just as we tuck into cozy sweaters and light candles to save on heat, the tech world is wrestling with its own version of “energy conservation.” Artificial Intelligence—our modern marvel—is powerful,...

As a Military Brat, I grew up moving from place to place, always learning to adapt. I became so good at blending in that it often felt like I could shape-shift into whatever environment I landed in. That skill helped me thrive — in schools, new towns, and later in the working world — but somewhere along the way,...

When I was young, I had the opportunity to attend a Montessori school for one year. Even though it was brief, it left a deep imprint on me. I remember the calm of the classroom, the sense of independence, and the way everything had its place. There was freedom,...

I’ve always loved the film 28 Days Later, and 28 Weeks Later was enjoyable too. So when 28 Years Later dropped on streaming recently, I was super excited. It was evening when...

Although I’m writing about my AI journey in 2025, it actually began in 2023. ChatGPT launched on November 30, 2022, but I didn’t dive in right away. I usually like to wait a bit when something new hits the scene. But by August 2023, after hearing about it all year, curiosity...

Back in the late '90s—1999-ish—I found myself drawn to what many called the “New Age” or “Alternative Medicine” movement. I never loved those labels, but they were the terms of the time. One of the practices I explored...

Lately, I’ve become aware that getting started is the hardest part for me. With that awareness, I’ve been reminding myself of a time from my childhood—riding my bike in Kansas City, Missouri. I taught myself...

I’ve read so many career books over the years that I’ve lost count. A good number of them suggest looking into the things that bring you joy—both past and present. I haven’t been particularly successful with that approach, but I still believe...