On sexual assault, feeling triggered and being jaded about men
Reacting to Lessons in Chemistry Bonnie Garmus’s bestselling novel Lessons in Chemistry is a unique story, sharply written…
Living up to my name
I have a Chinese first name that sounds like an English name and means comfort. Ten years ago,…
My real-life miracles
Nowadays, we use the word miracle figuratively. Either we don’t believe miracles really happen (at least, not anymore)…
Boys, booze, faith and purpose in Ecuador
It’s funny and terrifying how quickly ten years can fly by. Somehow it has been a full decade…
Three transformative perspectives on hospitality
I’ve always admired people who can host a good dinner party. I’m in awe of their ability to…
Teenage girls and their bad boys
Common to many a YA novel is a male love interest who's dark and mysterious and in a position of power. At its most extreme, he's dark, mysterious and cruel. At its most tame, he's dark, mysterious and a bit of a loner. Somewhere in the middle, he's dark, mysterious and troubled. Getting the vibe?
A dream come true and some deja vu
Anticipating a 6am start, I dreamt last night that my alarm didn’t go off and I woke at…
How to plan a COVID wedding
My husband and I got married in 2021 and we almost had a normal wedding. Almost. Even with…
Does he love you for who you are?
One of the biggest lies (or delusions) of romance in pop culture is that your soul mate will…
Meeting your future friend
When we meet someone for the first time, how often does it occur to us that they may become a significant part of our lives? What would change if we approached first meetings this way?