Monthly Archives: April 2011

“All men are rapists.” So said a character, a radical feminist, in Marilyn French’s 1977 book, The Women’s Room. Though many have denied that it was Ms. French’s sentiment, just her character’s, none can deny that many real radical feminists … Continue reading →

Hello. My name is Ashley and I am an addict. I am addicted to TED. Specifically, to videos of talks given at the annual Technology, Entertainment, Design Conference. I’m spending hours sitting and playing Freecell while listening to one TED talk … Continue reading →

I’ve had a long-standing love-hate affair with caffeine. When I began university, many years ago, I decided to start drinking coffee. That’s what grown-ups do. But my mother had terrible problems with stomach ulcers so, when I began to get stomach pains, … Continue reading →

People spend their lives trying to find a way to be happy. Look no further. I offer you the secret key to happiness right here. Ready? Here it is: “Lower your expectations.” That’s it. You want a more detailed recipe? … Continue reading →