Voices and moments that ignite

When Molly’s dream of owning a dog became a reality, it wasn't what she expected. The first few weeks were difficult.

"It’s no secret that humanity has had a complex interwoven relationship with the ocean over the course of our existence on the planet."

"Get back on the horse" — what does that even mean? This author goes in depth about how getting bucked off her horse made her face her fears.

Meet Keith & his goats. He rents out his goats to properties, where they eat and destroy invasive plants that are harmful to the environment.

As someone who has both adopted a dog from an animal shelter and worked for an animal shelter, I am a big advocate of adopting animals into your family. These tried-and-true tips will get you ready to adopt your first pet from a shelter.

"After dark, the sleeping arise. // Scout’s honor, we believed it // and nightly snuck out // from lights-out cabins"

An encounter with a bear caused Maureen to face her own vulnerability. She discovered she’s better off learning from them than fearing them.

"Is there anything better than being curled up with a great book while the snow blankets the city? Chicago is a city of literary greats."

Playing music can be magical — this author discusses three particular things he loves about music and his mystical experience with it.