Welcome to Saint Augustine, circa 1953, and also today. Where there isn’t much to do but be. The Fun Bunny is one of those beachside motels that was built–quite literally–on the beach, before sea creatures had a say in where motels get built. It has two claims to fame: The first is that Rue McClanahan … More Fun Bunny Motel! The Difference between Doing and Being
Things here are getting weird. And they could get even weirder. As in, the opportunity for weirdness is expanding. Take politics for example. Well, actually you could take politics writ large, or insert any geographical context you like, but I’m going to tell you a story I know. It all starts with an unobvious government … More Things are Getting Weird in South Carolina
When a child is diagnosed with a medical condition, or is injured, we all pitch in. We create calendars and sign up to bring meals or entertain siblings. We offer our friends and family unconditional support. But when your child is anorexic, or addicted, or bipolar, nobody brings a casserole. Why is that? Because we … More Why is Having a Child with a Mental Health Condition so Traumatizing?
Hi Friends, I wrote a crazy book! Here is the backstory: I researched and taught all things related to children’s brain development and learning. Side note: We used to think adult brains stopped developing and just waited around to start atrophying. Recent neuroscience suggests that doesn’t have to be true. In fact, you can grow new neural … More On The Writing of Fairy Tales in the Real World
Jane Garland, Author 