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A Note about Trauma Tuesday

It is already being normalized, the trauma of Election Day, the stories about what happened and what will happen fitting oh-so-neatly into the traditional grid of the New York Times, when all that really belongs there is a giant WTF above the fold.

Posted bymikecolemanauthorNovember 7, 2024November 8, 2024Posted inCommentary, Uncategorized7 Comments on A Note about Trauma Tuesday

Unable to Sleep? I Go to the Dogs

Our major achievements might be behind us at age 71, but discovering little things that make life better can be a big win. Here’s one that works for me.

Posted bymikecolemanauthorJune 2, 2024June 3, 2024Posted inCommentaryTags:Alan Lewis, Beau Brothers, dogs, Francois Du Plessis, Jean-Francois Gilbert, Mike Coleman, pets, The Way From Me to US6 Comments on Unable to Sleep? I Go to the Dogs

An Ekphrasis Moment: Good for the Soul

Have you ever been captivated by a painting and didn’t know why? Here’s the story of one that continually intrigues me.

Posted bymikecolemanauthorJanuary 20, 2024October 6, 2025Posted inCommentaryTags:Henri Matisse; Museum of Modern Art; The Piano Lesson8 Comments on An Ekphrasis Moment: Good for the Soul

Have You Ever Had Writer’s Block?

Once upon a time, I didn’t believe in it. My tune is different today.

Posted bymikecolemanauthorOctober 14, 2023October 16, 2023Posted inCommentaryLeave a comment on Have You Ever Had Writer’s Block?

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