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Hamilton, The Teacher

Hamilton, The Teacher

The last weeks, I have been immersed in the soundtrack to the Broadway musical, Hamilton. Several months ago, when I first learned of this unique approach to history, I was, admittedly, skeptical. As a history buff, I wondered how a story of American history — from the historical period I enjoy most — could be…

Warrior in Training

Warrior in Training

My favorite type of book is the memoir. I love to read about a person who pushed through a difficult situation and emerged on the other side, stronger. I want to listen to what they learned on that journey, and perhaps glean something from their experience that could be applied to my life. The trials…

How to Learn from an Imperfect Life
Even Shakespeare had some bad poetry in his past. Eventually, he learned a few things. We all do.

How to Learn from an Imperfect Life

I bet even Shakespeare had some bad teenage poetry in his past. Eventually, he learned a few things. We all do. Eventually. Imperfection eventually breeds knowledge, and given the right application, wisdom. When someone says, “I’m not _______,” believe them the first time. Examples of this are: I’m not the marrying kind. I’m not the…

"Nothing can bring such joy so quickly as the unfailing happiness of a dog."
Rita Herrmann