Cold Day

Morning came early today.  The alarm went off at 5:45 AM, and it was so dark and so cold. Driving to work in the dark is only really depressing when you also drive home in the dark.  When I left my driveway this morning at 6:45 AM, dawn was still in its early stretches, and…

Spinning

I’m writing senior recommendations that serve as a cover letter for a student’s college application. I’ve got seven to write this year and it always feels like both a privilege and an insurmountable challenge. It’s so hard to describe these students in a way that will serve them well. I have found that it easier…