What an insensitive and poorly timed article. You can do better, CNBC.

It's a really hard choice, and there's no right answer for everyone. Some folks don't even have a choice if they're in legal limbo with identity documents. I agree that the "privileged" ones are those whose employment and healthcare safety make it possible for them to stay.

Nice! Did you do this yourself or go to a salon?

I think my nephew voted for Trump, and he has an actual 8 year old daughter. Wonder if he's watching this and thinking some thoughts.

We're thankful you're in this world too! xo

Thanks so much! SFPL Overdrive collection doesn't offer this one, but it does the other two. I appreciate these recommendations.

What would be a good first read by Thich Nhat Hahn at this moment?

Scott and I have attended 3 events in Monterey this year, each one bigger than the previous. It’s a lot, but we moved around to manage the peoply part. So much love from passing motorists, but also so much noise.

It’s not that difficult to understand gender identity as a personal reality rather than an affectation. But opening your mind can lead to all manner of terrifying soul-searching.

This seems to be a trend in cover art, and I am not a fan either.

I'm a retired librarian and I approve this message! Also, see Nancy Pearl's "rule of 50" if you need justification for abandoning a book you're not loving.

Thank you for all that you do, Mr. Elias.

Thanks for this! I especially loved this:
"And grace, when practiced long enough, makes room for peace."