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From the Storm to the Sky
A tornado warning. An empty highway in the dark. Hail pounding the windshield. And then — a window seat above the clouds that changed everything. In this post, I share what happened when a work trip to Chicago for the AONL conference turned into one of the most unexpectedly beautiful experiences of my life —…
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What the Ancient Greeks Can Teach Us About Loving Our Pets: A Visit to the National Archaeological Museum in Athens
A visit to the National Archaeological Museum in Athens uncovered something unexpected — ancient grave monuments, carved stelae, and heartfelt epitaphs dedicated to beloved pet dogs. Over 2,500 years later, the grief, love, and devotion feel remarkably familiar. This post explores what the archaeological record reveals about the human-animal bond, and why some things about…
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Cats, Dogs, and the Greek Way: What My Trip to Greece Taught Me About How We Love Animals
Traveling through Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini, I discovered a beautiful truth about how Greeks treat their animals — and it made me rethink everything about how we do things back home. From neighborhood cats to mountain-road dogs, Greece showed me a different kind of compassion.
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Where Hollywood Met the Old West: A Love Letter to Sedona’s Cowboy Club
Discover Sedona’s legendary Cowboy Club restaurant where Hollywood met the Old West. From cactus fries to rattlesnake, experience authentic High Desert cuisine and history.