Absent From the Body…

December 2, 2011
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I lost a mentor today. Dr. Samuel Hsu was a brilliant musician, a keen humorist, and the best history teacher I’ve ever had. He understood that learning isn’t all about disconnected facts. He knew how to illuminate the connections between things, from musical styles to psychological fads. His humor was silly but irresistible. (He’d say [...]

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And a Happy Thanksgiving, It Was

November 25, 2011

This meal went SO WELL. Oh, oh, oh yummmmmm. Dear husband has an onion allergy, so we were determined to make this feast onion-free and full of flavor. We succeeded. Husband is brilliant. So is housemate-slash-artist Celine from purpletophat.com. Time for the gallery. Enjoy!

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Notte!!

September 14, 2011
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Celine ChapusĀ ([ljuser]purpletophat[/ljuser]) has drawn me a chibi Notte. This is awesome.

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On the Road Again

September 8, 2011
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Hello, LiveJournal. I’ve missed you. Things have been a little crazy. I’ve moved three thousand miles. I’ve realized I cannot have children (though adoption is definitely on the list). I’ve gained and lost weight. Celebrated my fifth wedding anniversary. Opened a successful web design business for authors and artists. Learned that I can cook after [...]

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