Though our celebration was simple — healthy conversation over a delicious home-cooked meal — I am humbled to consider the condition of life outside the civilized world.
Rights and security – are we headed in the right direction?
It seems the Christmas “underwear bomber” has shined a spotlight back on the War on Terror, and I have been disappointed to say the least about the rhetoric I’ve been hearing from both parties on this subject.
Valentine’s Day — an early warning
You have 50 days until Valentine’s Day. Why am I giving you so much notice? Well, you might need it. If you believe the media, you probably should have started planning months ago.
Pants Yell! gives a new definition to humanity
There is something inherently terrifying in being treated like a person — a real person. We all think it’s what we want when we are growing up and it’s something we think we are all entitled to.
Finals week sex: Cure for the common stress?
So as we go into war against the dreaded Scantron army, our body boosts our strength by nearly shutting down “less important” things, such as our libidos.
Greening your holiday season
Living green is the method by which we think and therefore live that is the theme for living green during the holiday season.
“A Promising Man” promises not to disappoint
Any girl who has ever stepped into the world of dating knows that men with true potential are few and far between. So when you find a likely candidate, it’s not wise to let him go too quickly. Elizabeth Young’s “A Promising Man (and About Time, Too)” explores this notion.
Ditch the liquor store, put yeast to work
What do beer, Kombucha and Amish friendship bread all have in common? Besides the fact that they all taste delicious, they are all fermented foods and beverages you can make.
Senate isn’t for ideological debate
Terri Poore, policy chair of the National Alliance to End Sexual Violence, said of the case, “No survivor of sexual assault should be denied the ability to seek justice.”
Feminism underscores plot in “HERmione”
Fall is my favorite time of year. Friends, family, great food and, if you’re lucky, a warm fire and a good book to cuddle up with on those foggy, dreary days.
The Silvey Lining: Dennis the Menace
Remember that time you got roped into going to watching that “Care Bears” movie with your five-year-old cousin after the babysitter cancelled?