Tricks and Treats

Tricks and Treats

We climbed cement stairs to the porch of one of the row homes in our modest neighborhood and knocked enthusiastically, shouting “Trick or treat!” Our mother had created our simple costumes at minimal expense. Nevertheless, we thrilled at the opportunity to don another...
The View from My Kitchen Window

The View from My Kitchen Window

I make rather complex meals, so I spend more than the normal amount of time at my kitchen sink, washing pots, pans, cutting boards, knives, cooking utensils, measuring cups, measuring spoons, and mixing bowls. You can probably picture the counter next to my sink when...
Loving Where You Live

Loving Where You Live

I have, consecutively, owned six homes in Silicon Valley. Despite its mixed reputation as a place to live, I love it for its delightful weather; broad racial, ethnic, and religious diversity; and wide range of terrains with enticing hiking trails. This is where I...