By Dana VanderLugt inˈten(t)SH(ə)n(ə)l/ adjective: done on purpose; deliberate. Synonyms: calculated, conscious, intended, purposeful I talk to my writing students about audience all the time

by Dana Vander Lugt I’m a sucker for all things nostalgic — old photo albums, worn notes or ticket stubs. I can’t resist the “On

By Dana VanderLugt My grandpa passed away last winter. One of the things I miss most is saving up stories for him. My family still

by Dana VanderLugt During the summer, my schedule permits me to take a walk nearly every morning, just after sunrise. I pop in headphones, tune into

by Dana VanderLugt Definition: (Adjective) At an equal distance from the extremities of something Synonyms: Center or Midst, suggesting that a person or thing is

by Dana VanderLugt In her recent book, Present Over Perfect, Shauna Niequist describes a metaphor for prayer — a bottle of salad dressing, the vinegar