Archive for June 2016
Now I Really Know What John Lennon Meant
After a year of waiting, having pretty much adjusted to the idea the call might never come, my dear nephew, in desperate need of a heart transplant, got the phone call. A heart awaited him.
Read MoreRufus + Syd Explores the Transformative Power of Friendship
Despite the horrors of events such as the massacre in Orlando, there’s little question we’re in the midst of dramatic societal changes in support and respect for LGBT folks. But pockets of prejudice and bigotry
Read MoreThe Other Hero in Ali’s Story
We Louisvillians spent last week mourning and celebrating the life of our greatest locally born and bred hero, Muhammad Ali. He epitomized courage, dedication to justice, and commitment to humanitarian work. He was so much more than a boxing legend. (And yes, he was pretty.)
Read MoreSome Days I Miss Being Lois Lane
I was with my son one day last month when we stopped at the neighborhood cycle shop to pick up the shiny new bike he’d purchased for his daughter’s seventh birthday.
Read MoreThe Bobby Knights of Ballet
No question about it. Bobby Knight was a brilliant basketball coach who brought championships and glory to Indiana University. He was also a bully
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