Archive for May 2017
05.26.17 Aziz Ansari, burritos, and why everything is no longer all about you
As babies, we are the center of the universe. We have to be, in some aspects: we can’t do a whole lot for ourselves, and thankfully most of us have at least one parent around to assure us that yes, all life revolves around our wants and needs. And then we grow up. I remember…
Read More5.4.17 With questions like that, it’s probably best if you stay behind
During a civilized conversation about the state of the nation recently a friend said to me (paraphrasing): “Yes, but all of these things you’re worried about that 45 is doing or thinking of doing — how are they really going to affect you?” I have health care, through my husband’s work. I don’t have kids.…
Read MoreWiscon 2017
Wiscon, the terrific convention that focuses on the intersection of feminism and science fiction/fantasy, is a’comin’ and I shall be participating (in between shoveling deep-fried cheese curds into my face)! If you’re planning to be out there, please say hello and come to find me at these readings: Saturday, May 27 10-11:15 a.m. Conference 4…
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