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
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It’s Impossible to Be Bored
In these fast-paced days, let's take some time to be bored. That's where the best ideas come from.
Holidays
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One Terrible Birthday Party
July 4th wasn't as bright in 2019, despite all the fireworks. It was overshadowed with blatant politics, concentration camps, and unending division.
Censorship
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“Mom, They’re Banning Books”
A book challenge in a North Carolina town leads to the loss of a teacher and inspiration for a writer.
Current Events
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Oops, Your Security Has Been Revoked
Silencing others for political reasons is corruption. There is no other word for it.
Family
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Memo from Minnesota Niceland
A week in review: a daughter's wedding, a chicken in the sun, gas prices, a message for newlyweds.
Nature
Latest
In the Save the Butterflies Business
Fallen for Monarchs? Here's how to insure that they survive.
More Musings
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 make use of the anonymous star ratings at the bottom of each story. We'd love to know what the collective you thinks.)
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.