Author: Julie Richman
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The power of storytelling | From my Perspective
“When we are children, we don’t say to our parents, ‘tell me a fact,’ we say, ‘tell me a story.’” Gloria Steinem believed in the power of stories. In an interview, she said, “our brains are organized on stories and narratives, it’s how we understand the world.” Storytelling was a foundation of Gloria Steinem’s life.…
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The power of storytelling | From my Perspective
“When we are children, we don’t say to our parents, ‘tell me a fact,’ we say, ‘tell me a story.’” Gloria Steinem believed in the power of stories. In an interview, she said, “our brains are organized on stories and narratives, it’s how we understand the world.” Storytelling was a foundation of Gloria Steinem’s life.…
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Who wins at the Buffalo Bills bird feeder? | From my Perspective
On a typical morning, you’ll find me sitting at our patio table in the backyard with my coffee. The temperature is cool and it’s pleasant and peaceful. Since our neighborhood doesn’t allow fences, the backyards connect and it feels like a park. We rarely see deer but the rabbits, squirrels and birds are plentiful and…
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Who wins at the Buffalo Bills bird feeder? | From my Perspective
On a typical morning, you’ll find me sitting at our patio table in the backyard with my coffee. The temperature is cool and it’s pleasant and peaceful. Since our neighborhood doesn’t allow fences, the backyards connect and it feels like a park. We rarely see deer but the rabbits, squirrels and birds are plentiful and…
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Kick, block, gulp and shop | From My Perspective
The World Cup and the Olympics have some things in common. There are highly skilled athletes and intense competitions. There are colorful flags, uniforms and styles from around the globe. There are cultural and societal commonalities, diverse traditions and rituals and the opportunity to recognize and respect differences. A wide variety of languages are spoken…
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Kick, block, gulp and shop | From My Perspective
The World Cup and the Olympics have some things in common. There are highly skilled athletes and intense competitions. There are colorful flags, uniforms and styles from around the globe. There are cultural and societal commonalities, diverse traditions and rituals and the opportunity to recognize and respect differences. A wide variety of languages are spoken…
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Space is not for the faint of heart | From my Perspective
On June 9, a much anticipated announcement was made by Jared Isaacman, NASA’s top administrator. At the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Isaacman named the four members of the crew of the Artemis III mission slated for late 2027. Three of the four are NASA trained astronauts while the fourth is from the European Space…
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Space is not for the faint of heart | From my Perspective
On June 9, a much anticipated announcement was made by Jared Isaacman, NASA’s top administrator. At the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Isaacman named the four members of the crew of the Artemis III mission slated for late 2027. Three of the four are NASA trained astronauts while the fourth is from the European Space…
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The joy of little free libraries | From my Perspective
I’m rarely without a book wherever I go. I read in the car and on planes. When I head to the DMV, I anticipate the wait in line and I bring my book along. In the evening, I’m often seen by neighbors on our front porch with my kindle and water bottle. I’ve always loved…
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The joy of little free libraries | From my Perspective
I’m rarely without a book wherever I go. I read in the car and on planes. When I head to the DMV, I anticipate the wait in line and I bring my book along. In the evening, I’m often seen by neighbors on our front porch with my kindle and water bottle. I’ve always loved…