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

Lessons from the Great British Bake-Off

Lessons from the Great British Bake-Off

I typically don’t watch cooking shows, but I’ve found a certain comfort, even joy, in watching ordinary people strive to improve their baking skills while treating each other with grace during a competition. They witness to the courage it takes to put out one’s best effort and take the critique of the work without taking the criticism personally.