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I launched this blog in 2008. My mini-me.
A book that might save your life, or, Back Pain: Part II
April 10, 2016
For the past two months, I’ve been miserable. Severe coughs, headaches and back aches made me feel like a frail, old person. I was so scared. But then, a little paperback saved […]
Reflecting on fear, back pain, new projects & the healing power of poetry
March 26, 2016
Ouch. Ouch. Easy, girl. Earlier this week, wrenching my back led to three, solid immobilized days in bed. Even though I’m up again, recovery is slow. The back is tender. So am […]
March 19, 2016
Note: Updated Nov. 20, 2023 for improving clarity and cleaning up typos. :) Kevin Nadal is a psychologist, comedian, activist and professor who has solid advice for dealing with life’s […]
How Weight Watchers helped me knock off 8.8 lbs. in 2 months
February 27, 2016
Yes, I’m doing Weight Watchers. So far, it’s been two fascinating months. Slowly and steadily, I’ve been shedding both fat and bad habits. This is a freakin’ miracle. This is […]
Why Chinese American women gain weight
February 21, 2016
Ugh, I have to lose 16 pounds. Doctors’ orders. Otherwise, diabetes and achy knees will ruin my future. But here’s my other problem: Chinese American women gain weight for specific […]
Planting my 1st vegetable garden, thinking of Dad
November 3, 2015
Once upon a time, gorgeous yellow lillies bloomed in my front yard. Then, I ripped them out to grow veggies instead. The urge to try farming in some small way […]
Green Festival Expo — photos of new food & home products
April 26, 2015
For three intoxicating hours at Green Festival Expo, I stuffed my face on organic food samples and marveled at hundreds of new products. This was heaven for impulse shoppers, which […]