Laura Eppinger

I informally honor the Summer Solstice every year, in little ways. I am thankful for the long hours of daylight and try to squeeze in as much life and gratitude as I can. In this bizarre and difficult year it's nice to have one thing happen consistently: the world is still rotating around the sun,… Continue reading Observing Summer Solstice

My review of an incredible short story collection is here:

When I have a free moment, I go to Knight Park. With a coffee or for a picnic. With a book, for sunbathing. A summertime tradition I've started is reading through minor Brontë novels. I like to bring them outdoors on bright days, even though the protagonists are always so haunted. And judgemental! Last summer… Continue reading Brontës judge me in the sun

Life is still uncertain in the wake of COVID-19, so concepts like "Memorial Day Weekend" and "beach trips" aren't really registering for me. I still bought my NJ State Parks Pass for 2020. Nothing helps me clear my head and relax like a long walk. I wear a mask to cover my mouth and nose,… Continue reading I Don’t Know What Else To Do, So I Got a State Park Pass

The surreal thing about my trip to Texas is: the moment I came back I had to cancel all work meetings due to safety precautions regarding COVID-19. I am happy to do my part to stop the spread and protect vulnerable groups from infection. It seems like a different world already, when I remember the… Continue reading Remembering Austin, TX from a Social Distance