Why I Returned My Amazon Kindle Colorsoft
I loved my Amazon Kindle Colorsoft until I hated it. But once you see the faulty yellow stripe across the bottom of the screen, you can’t unsee it.
“On 9/11 I Lost New York” – But I’ll Always Remember
It’s time to admit to myself it will always be a part of me. And I don’t want to forget. I want to remember. An evergreen version of my long-ago 9/11 story lives here for posterity.
On My 21st Chicagoversary, I No Longer Have Faith in Chicago
Progressive mayoral tantrums trying to class-shame people to stay just remind Chicagoans who’ve decided to leave why they’re leaving.
If Not Now, Later Is Okay Too
Two months since the October 7th massacre, many Jews feel torn between a need for self-care and urgings by some to continue the work of social justice.
Why I’ve Stayed in Chicago for 20 Years
It’s not easy or pretty, but life isn’t without challenge anywhere else in America either. We stay because so many things about this place make us care enough to stay. And that’s something I think outside observers always miss about Chicago.
“I Bet Your Blog Becomes All About Autism”
I thought coming out only happened once. Then 2020 proved me wrong. Hi, I’m Michael. And I’m autistic.
Passing on Passover: The Pandemic Edition
On why we’re choosing not to observe Pesach during the COVID-19 crisis.
And Not Another Shit Was Given That Day
The difference between me and a native Chicagoan? I always say what others only dare to think.
Hebreo Rizado
Sometimes when you’re ‘Jewish and’ you just have to lead with the ‘and.’ I’m a Hispanic Jew who’s taking off his kippah.
The Shit That Weighs You Down
I may have started my forties yearning for my father, but I’m ending them leaving him behind.