Christian Roots, Goddess Branches

by | Sep 18, 2025 | Memoir

Most people don’t know what Orthodox Christianity is. I’ve been asked many times if I’m Jewish. No, I explain, our rituals are the same Christian rituals that were created 2000 years ago. We sing, chant, and recite prayers in Ancient Greek. Our churches are ornately...

When I Joined the Circus

by | Sep 5, 2025 | Memoir

After I graduated from Northwestern University, I floundered. Like many other Super Over Achievers, I had been so committed, focused, and intense during my four years that when all that structure suddenly evaporated, I was lost. I was a multi-passionate person, and I...

It Will Stop With Me

by | Jul 13, 2025 | Memoir

I lucked out when I got to college. After surviving a stressful and complicated home environment, I was blessed to land in the best possible place for me – a dorm filled with loving, fun artists, musicians, actors, and dancers. We had Rocky Horror Picture Show...