Gratitude/3

For Jim Grote, who introduced me  in my late twenties to the work of Rene Girard, whom I am still reading, especially through three recent works by Cynthia L. Haven.  Girard’s ideas inspire, humble, energize,…

Gratitude/1

For Dr. Erin Nealon, who introduced me to Jojo [Jonathan Richman] circa early 2000. Even right now as I write this, I’ve got That Summer Feeling… We still need more parties in the USA.

Andrew & Joan

Andrew Ivers continues to guide me when it comes to the delights of the Western Canon. Last week I asked him where I should start with Joan Didion and without hesitation he suggested Slouching towards…