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The how, when, and where of a writer’s “process,” sure. But more importantly, the why.

A Cambodian refugee comes home, and helps village women learn to weave shimmering silk scarves and independent lives.

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Lifehacks for Investigators: How to Win Friends and Spy on People

Springtime at Halcyon Garden: A few images

Pure, shameless, unadulterated garden porn. For which I make no apologies.

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