Exploring one of life's most valuable gifts
On this Father’s Day, we pause to honor the steadfast presence that so many fathers, and father figures, bring to our lives. They’re the early morning alarm clocks, the after-hours homework helpers, and in the case of my dad, the person who always made sure my car was full of gas. Dads teach us resilience... Continue Reading →
Earlier this week, I was talking with a friend who has been actively involved for years with the Washington DC-based music non-profit Sitar Arts Center, which provides otherwise unavailable access to quality music education and fosters community. My friend was simply gushing about how enriching the experience of working with this organization has been for... Continue Reading →
Marriage is a journey that not everyone makes, and the trip isn’t always easy. But the foundation for most successful marriages is a durable friendship between partners that can strengthen the physical and emotional bond. When a couple manages to stay married for 50 years, friendship has likely taken on many forms and deepened in... Continue Reading →
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on the relationships that matter most to us. Friendships are critical to our lives, providing support, joy, and a sense of belonging. However, during the busy months leading up to the new year, it's easy to let some connections slip. As we shared... Continue Reading →
Believe it or not, this post marks the 200th time that Julia and I have collaborated on a topic related to friendship to share with you! What started during the Covid-19 pandemic as a way to stay connected has turned into an enduring project that continues to bind us as friends and build community. It... Continue Reading →
With these days of late November characterized by fewer hours of daylight, I look forward each year to our Thanksgiving celebrations as a way to brighten up the end of the month. The quality time shared with family and friends in celebration of gratitude feels like the perfect antidote to the chilling temperatures and darker... Continue Reading →
Celebrating a fabulous birthday weekend in Chicago last week came with the added bonus of downtime on the plane to watch a few movies, including the new Stevie Van Zandt documentary that touches on one of the greatest friendships in rock history. A seriously talented musician in his own right, Van Zandt might be best... Continue Reading →
November is a month that can elicit mixed emotions. It begins with the end of daylight savings time, and night falling before most Americans leave work. Veterans Day falls a week or so later, a time of solemnity and remembrance when we honor those who have served our country. And then Thanksgiving comes, later in... Continue Reading →
A former schoolmate of mine this week sent a few of us who grew up together a relic from our past. He had unearthed an intact copy of our junior high newspaper in his dad's basement. After scanning the black-and-white, primitive-looking pages, he contacted us through a Facebook group message with the PDF attached. He... Continue Reading →
When friends come together for creative collaboration, the results can produce art that would never be possible as a solo pursuit. Sara recently wrote about one of our favorite famous friendship pairs, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Another pair I’ve admired for even longer is Emily Saliers and Amy Ray, more popularly recognized as the... Continue Reading →
Language of Friendship 