Compostmodern and Unconference

Last weekend, I had the privilege of attending a conference featuring some of the top minds of design (who are thinking about sustainability, of course): Compostmodern 2011. Put together by the AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts), the event featured folks from...

Stories

All families are rich in stories, some tell them, others not. Not many stories were told in my family. I would have loved to know more.  I think it is an urge many of us have. It might be because we hope that they answer some questions about who we are or that they...

Real Life, Really

None of us can escape from the ageist imagery and messages that seem to be an ingrained part of our culture. We are constantly being sold “age-reversing” creams and serums, “age-defying” make-ups, and “anti-aging” superfoods....

Final Days of Comfort

For most people, the notion of spending the last days of life in a sterile hospital room is less than savory. In fact, according to this Times article, 80% of Americans would rather spend their final moments at home. It’s inspiring to read about the (sometimes...

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