Nan Kuhlman
The Stories We Tell Ourselves

I told myself a story that wasn’t true based on my interpretation of what I read and my own personal lens. I deceived myself by believing what I wanted to believe.

The Stories We Tell Ourselves
Nan Kuhlman
Squirrels and Other Aggravations

The dogs haven’t learned that they will never, ever win in their desire to rid our yard, or our village, of squirrels. In their quest to alter reality, these dogs take after their adopted mother: me.

Squirrels and Other Aggravations
Nan Kuhlman
What We See

Rather than expecting everyone to view reality as we do, I’m wondering if we can be open, curious even, to asking questions in a sincere, nonjudgmental way about why someone holds particular opinions or interpretations of reality.

What We See
Nan Kuhlman
Saying "I Do"

Bringing home a puppy is inviting chaos and a lot of extra work into your home. It’s also saying, “I do” to more love and joy, and that’s what I want, regardless of my age.

Saying "I Do"
Nan Kuhlman
Pedro and the Grand Canyon

Pedro had a good life. He was well-loved, and he taught us about how love is never wasted and why going slow is better.

Pedro and the Grand Canyon

Letting Go

Letting Go

I remember the unease I felt, getting up in the morning to darkened, dystopian skies, having to stay inside because of the smoke, and packing a “go” bag in the event we had to evacuate with minutes’ notice. One could begin to think, “What else is going to happen?”