“The Good Place” Makes Peace with Death
SPOILERS! SO MANY SPOILERS! Over the last four years, The Good Place fans knew writers were going to have to … Continue reading “The Good Place” Makes Peace with Death
Tag: faith
This Word Chronic
I’ve been so angry at people who ask me, “How are the headaches?” and “Feeling better?” “It’s still chronic,” I … Continue reading This Word Chronic
Stalked by the Mormon Church
I had not been to church in over three years. I had moved to another city. I had not informed … Continue reading Stalked by the Mormon Church
Thailand
Top had booked his first visit home in three years, and I went with him. I had learned so much … Continue reading Thailand
Siddhartha
But depression does not recede with the ministering of kind words from a friend. Joe’s words had been a balm, … Continue reading Siddhartha
The End of Faith
Faith, the people who have it will tell you, can get you through anything. And that is so. But the … Continue reading The End of Faith
Navigating Religious Differences: An Agnostic Visits Christian Family
I grew up in a religious community that fanatically converted neighbors, friends, and relatives. A Sunday wouldn’t go by without … Continue reading Navigating Religious Differences: An Agnostic Visits Christian Family
Losing Faith
For me, the loss of my faith was much like gaining it. Something outside my control, like a storm blowing … Continue reading Losing Faith
All in the Family
I imagine my mother at my age. A little older. Maybe 36. It’s all she has left, she tells herself. … Continue reading All in the Family
A Matter of Belief
On Saturday night, I attended Elliott Bay Book Company’s 40th Anniversary reading. Seattle authors Jim Lynch, Ryan Boudinot, and Maria … Continue reading A Matter of Belief
