Author: Katie Ryan


  • “Making Toast”The beautiful, tragic memoir tells the story of a grandfather losing his daughter

    “Making Toast”
    The beautiful, tragic memoir tells the story of a grandfather losing his daughter

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  • “Ghost Light” by Greg CummingsA play that uses theatrical symbolism to explore loss, memory, and the enduring impact of those we’ve lost

    “Ghost Light” by Greg Cummings
    A play that uses theatrical symbolism to explore loss, memory, and the enduring impact of those we’ve lost

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  • “The Descendants”A film that explores family dynamics, grief, and the challenges of making end-of-life decisions

    “The Descendants”
    A film that explores family dynamics, grief, and the challenges of making end-of-life decisions

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  • “Prime Time: making the most of all your life”A book taking a positive look at the way we age

    “Prime Time: making the most of all your life”
    A book taking a positive look at the way we age

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  • Looking at the essay, “The Love of My Life” by Cheryl Strayed
    A deeply personal essay reflecting on love, grief, and the lasting impact of loss

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  • Andy Rooney, 1919-2011

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  • “Mad Men” created by Matthew Weiner
    A TV drama that explores identity, ambition, and the search for meaning beneath curated lives and hidden regret

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  • Finally Charlie Sheen dies
    His Last Two and a Half Men Episode

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  • What is Integrative Medicine? (Interview)
    She Introduces the Emerging Practice of Private Medical Advocacy and Guidance

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  • George Kuchar 1942-2011

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