The Sill of the World

disconnecting I see people tuning out of politics because of the craziness overload. The feeling of disconnect is understandable. But with ...

creations They're on the rooftop garden, sketching. Paths made of loose stones coil through the grass and overhanging plants. Blanket f...

Last Sunday, I visited the Greenpoint neighborhood in Brooklyn for the first time. They had an Open Studios event where local artists allowe...

courtly He tips his hat and wishes me a good afternoon. It's sunny out, and he's serene. It really is a good afternoon. dab Fing...

absolution They love talking about actions having consequences, until it comes to something they've done. Then, good intentions are all...

Week in Seven Words #155 cat's cradle The dog criss-crosses her leash around and through my legs. contrasts The weather, in a way,...

abruptly It's a drab gray street with little to see except for a parking garage and the neon-lit windows of an XXX shop. Expecting to s...

chord I love hearing people talk about a piece of writing that got to them in some way, whether they like it or not; the passion in their ...

diminution I no longer admire her. I acknowledge her achievements, I respect her work and intelligence, but in certain ways - through carel...