Get Baked!
Baking cookies serves as a therapeutic outlet for me amidst personal and societal turmoil. This activity, spanning decades, provides a meditative experience and a way to connect with family and community. I enjoy the process and love to keep our cherished “talking” cookie jar filled.
Good American Booed
Despite being booed abroad, I am still proud to be an American and am grateful for my country.
Sonja (my mom) Unsung…Until Now!
Though my mom almost never wears makeup or even lipstick, I think she’s one of the classiest women I’ve ever known. Class doesn’t necessarily come with cosmetics, money, fancy clothes or other adornments. It also comes with what you do with what you’ve got for the greater good, and especially for your children.
This Flag is Your Flag, This Flag is My Flag
The American flag belongs to all of us! Not one “side” or faction. No one gets to own the flag or make it symbol for their “side.” No one should despise the flag because they are unhappy or even disillusioned with the way the things are going. Rally, mobilize, and go vote, but please don’t…
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About Me
Hi, I’m Tanja. (Think of the short “a” in “suntan-Tan-ya” not “Tahn-ya -lasagna,” if you please.) I’m on a lifetime faith journey, grateful to overcome many toils and snares. A lot of my essays reflect this, though some are just my take on things. Welcome.
