by Andi | Jan 18, 2011 | Andi's Book
10. The show Parenthood because it makes me laugh and cry. 9. Pets who sleep at my feet when I watch Parenthood. 8. Steamed milk with agave and vanilla. 7. All the plays my mom directed when I was a kid. They give me songs to sing when I need to clear my head. 6. My... by Andi | Jan 17, 2011 | Andi's Book, Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
“It may be true that a law cannot make a man love me, but it can keep him from lynching me, and I think that’s pretty important.” — Martin Luther King, Jr. This is, in many ways, my favorite quote of Dr. King’s. Perhaps that’s... by Andi | Jan 14, 2011 | Andi's Book, Uncategorized
Today, I have been driving, walking, talking through a lot of loss. I am in a place I used to live, and for me, place is so central. It’s wonderful to be visiting and oh so painful. I am not a person who likes things to end. For some, I think change is hard; not... by Andi | Jan 13, 2011 | Andi's Book
Tonight, I am staying with my friend K. She and I were roommates, and she has become one of my dearest friends. I was so excited to spend some time with her this weekend. Then, I opened her fridge and started to cry. She has stocked her fridge with my favorite foods.... by Andi | Jan 12, 2011 | Andi's Book, Written and Wrought
Tonight, my friend Shawn Smucker said, “Andi, I am so happy for you, and I am so sad for you.” I looked at him, smiled, and said, “Thank you for saying that. That’s exactly how I feel.” Mom’s death leaves this massive, gaping hole...