Sherry Roberts is not an expert on anything. When she wrote op-ed pieces for USA Today, her editor called her writing "views from the hearth."
That's what this place is: Sherry's thoughts on regular stuff, important stuff, stuff you ponder while sitting around the hearth or the kitchen table. Maybe you've thought about some of these things too. We bet you have.
Sanity Toolkit
LatestFinding the Good in Isolation
In this time of isolation, we see great acts of kindness. An homage to those who tend to our spirit.
Current Events
LatestSchool Shootings Cannot Be Our Normal
What to do when an armed maniac strolls down your school hallway should never even be in a five-year-old’s skill set. We need to do something about guns now.
Censorship
LatestCensorship and the Caging of America
A Minnesota artist tackles censorship. You'll be amazed at what he's done to these beloved books.
Holidays
Latest2020 Christmas Spirit in Oppositeland
Some compare 2020 to a dumpster fire. It has been a challenge, and now it is throwing our Christmas spirit into Oppositeland.
Family
LatestQuotes on Babies, Unicorns, Smart Women
I wasn't always a quote collector, then I started thinking about Alzheimer's. Here are a few for mothers, for anyone aging, for anyone you love.
Nature
LatestCan Llamas Heal American Politics?
A walk among llamas turns into an exploration of American politics.
My Knee Replacement Journey
The Stuff of Life

Sherry Roberts is not an expert on anything. When she wrote op-ed pieces for USA Today, her editor called her writing "views from the hearth."
That's what this place is: Sherry's thoughts on regular stuff, important stuff, stuff you ponder while sitting around the hearth or the kitchen table. Topics range from current events to the Sanity Toolkit (ideas to get you through the day).
Maybe you've thought about some of these things too. We bet you have.
(As you read through these essays, please share them with your friends or leave a comment. We'd love to know what the collective you thinks.)
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Sherry’s Books
In addition to her essays, Sherry Roberts has written several novels. If you enjoy her writing, please check out this title.
Or see all of Sherry's books on the Books page. Thank you for reading.