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Expressing yourself is all well and good, but it’s secondary. Far too many demonstrators let "expression" obscure "message." The message is conveyed with signs, flyers, and photogenic props. Chants can reach a listening audience, but speeches are rarely heard by anyone not part of the demonstration more »

When I heard of Geraldine Ferraro’s death, I remembered her generosity when I asked her if she would write the foreword for a book I wrote that chronicles the lives and communication styles of five women who ran for president. She always said that politics is not a spectator sport. more »

Why have I held onto Sweetie Pie so long? A valid question if you are the sort who does not believe automobiles have feelings. Cue the violins. Sweetie Pie was purchased one month after separating from my first husband. more »

When I was a very little girl, my mother took me to see Snow White. I was so traumatized by the wicked witch that I had nightmares for weeks. But oh, how I loved those dwarves. So, with apologies to the memory of Mr. Disney, here are our nominations for the Seven Senior Dwarves more »