“Dear Reader”
Every writer lives (or perishes) by the willingness of her readers to follow the journeys of her mind. Most, if not all of my inspirations come from personal exchanges with you, your e-mails, your letters and your phone calls. When I finally sit down and write my monthly newspaper columns, answer specific questions on “Glad You Asked” or add new postings on this blog and on twitter, it is you, my dear reader, who moves me and makes my work all worthwhile.  Each time, I renew my promise to keep our conversations going about the things that matter most in life: Good health, a boundlessly curious mind and hunger for learning and a deep appreciation for all things worth living for. I thank you for being my companions on this path. Read more »

