De-Decking (The Halls): Re-packing Imperfectly

De-Decking (The Halls): Re-packing Imperfectly

It’s long been documented around here that I have a severe allergy to unpacking—and I’m comfortable not putting away clean laundry for a period of time that makes some people uncomfortable. Suitcases, groceries, laundry, the dishwasher, holiday gear. It if involves...
January Tips: Fire Alarms, Frosting & Feelings

January Tips: Fire Alarms, Frosting & Feelings

Dear Together Friends, Fans, and Family, To the extent possible, we hope everyone is in the midst of a somewhat rejuvenating sabbatical – except popping online to read our newsletter, of course! After a colorful closing to our 2021 courses, I’ve been...
December Tips: Racing, Roots & Rejuvenation

December Tips: Racing, Roots & Rejuvenation

Dear Together Friends, Fans, and Family, December always gets me – in all the ways. This December marks the third anniversary of my father’s unexpected death and a complicated time for this dual-religion big-blended family. On top of emotions, it’s also full of...
2021 Together Gift Ideas

2021 Together Gift Ideas

My big-blended-dual-religion family is coming up on a season of celebration, and so a few citizens from across the extended Together-verse have come together to recommend some fun Together-adjacent gifts for anyone in your world. But no need to limit these gifts to...