Recent Posts from Jill Konrath
Posts by Jill Konrath
When the World Feels Like It’s on Fire
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve probably felt that gnawing unease, that sense that the world is moving in a direction you didn’t sign up for. …
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The Patchwork Quilt
I recently discovered this old story I wrote. It’s surprising what was on my mind in 2006. It’s cold this morning. The temperature has dipped below …
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Are You So Sure?
Every now and then, I experience a jolt that halts me in my tracks. That’s precisely what occurred on Saturday night. I was at home, sipping a glass …
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Are You Chewing Rocks?
A few years ago, I spoke at a conference in South Africa. I followed it by going on a safari in Pilanesberg National Park. Our group set off in an …
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I Used to Believe…
Several years ago, I was talking with my 91-year-old father about some of the big issues facing the US.
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The Mini-Skirt Protest
It’s bitterly cold here in Minneapolis. This week, the temperature has dropped to -17 degrees, not counting the wind-chill. Going outside is out of …
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Complacency is a Downhill Slide
Ever wondered how you got yourself into a bad situation? Perhaps you ignored the warning signs. Maybe you didn’t comprehend the ramifications of …
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One Young Man’s Community Saving Inspiration
Don’t believe that one person can make a big difference in their community? If not, you’ll be inspired by this story that Bruce Stephan shared with …
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Back in the Saddle Again
After a busy holiday season, followed by an extended vacation in Chile, I’m back!
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