I summarize local, national and international “stories of need” from news sites, blogs, press releases and editorials at the end of every month. The following are some of May’s most
Shadows & Dust, Vol. I, Issue 6
Thanks to his now ubiquitous hymn, “Amazing Grace,” John Newton became a well known slave-trader-turned-abolitionist. Less well known, but no less fervent a convert to the cause of abolition and human rights,
A Creed For My Profession
A month or two ago, I was moved when, at a meeting of local “advocates,” I heard the following creed for the first time. It was written by Jeff Johnson,
A new song
This morning I found two completely unbidden notes addressed to me on my computer from my 10-year-old daughter Maegan. One of them starts, “Dear Daddy.” Here’s an excerpt: “…Here is
Basalt of the Earth
The Roaring Fork Valley of Western Colorado is home to a world-class ski resort and some of the best flyfishing in the state. It’s also home to a number of