May 10, 2013
I live near the ocean in California, which means I can view huge pods of dolphin and small groups of whales as they migrate or search for food. Recently, I heard that a killer whale flew out of the water and landed full force on a 20-foot fishing boat.
Apr 2, 2013
While the news of Lance Armstrong's now legendary cheating tactics were unfolding, I wondered how his fans were coping.
Feb 28, 2013
If I could grant people one skill, it would be the gift of selective memory. I was talking with a military veteran about post-traumatic stress disorder — recurring upsetting memories of terrible experiences that result in depression or inappropriate displays of anger.
Dec 7, 2012
Over the more than three decades I have been on the radio, I have noticed many societal trends — mostly bad.
May 24, 2012
Brace yourself. What’s coming might be quite disturbing. Ready? Here it is: Not everyone has to like you.
Apr 6, 2012
Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell said that he changed the terms of his support for a controversial GOP-sponsored mandatory ultrasound bill because he didn't realize that the law would require an invasive procedure called a transvaginal ultrasound.
Mar 23, 2012
This morning I came across two stories which seemingly have nothing whatsoever to do with each other. However, I see the link as clear as day and as scary as zombie movies.
Dec 28, 2011
I was immediately attracted by the title of a column on the CNN website: Working moms' tense relationship with nannies. I greedily clicked to the text and couldn't stop laughing.
The working mother of three despised leftovers lurking behind the milk. She had repeatedly...