by Theresa Reed | Mar 11, 2017 | The Hit List
I remember that day like it was yesterday. Sitting on the hard red bench in the kitchen reading the newspaper while mom fussed over dinner. Back then, there was a section in the paper called the “Green Sheet” which had cultural things, cartoons, and Dear Abby. That...
by Theresa Reed | Mar 4, 2017 | The Hit List
We were headed down to Racine, to pick up a friend from a conference on a quiet but cold Sunday afternoon. The wind was brisk and the skies a gorgeous shade of powder blue spotted with soft ribbons of clouds. As usual, we were deeply engaged in our typical animated...
by Theresa Reed | Feb 25, 2017 | The Hit List
I’m the first to admit that I’m a stubborn woman. Once my mind is made up, it’s a done deal. Which means: if you want to get me to change my mind, get ready to tussle. You’re going to be have to might convincing. For example, my travel rules are set. Nowhere hot....
by Theresa Reed | Feb 18, 2017 | The Hit List
When things get stressful, I retreat to my kitchen. It’s my ashram, the one place where I am totally at peace. Yes, even more so than my yoga mat. The chopping, stirring, sizzling, searing, whirring, and bubbling instantly chills me the hell out. In an instant, all...
by Theresa Reed | Feb 11, 2017 | The Hit List
I’ve written before that I don’t want to live in a bubble, even when times are tough. But if, like me, you identify as being highly sensitive or an empath, this political climate hasn’t been easy to live in. It’s been overwhelming. People are anxious, depressed,...