First Person Singular from KSQD

Amy McElroy reveals a chilling solitary childhood memory. Photo courtesy of Dennis Ariel.

The late Bruce Scott talks about his first time truly understanding what compassion means. Photo courtesy of Tara Winstead.

Sarah Rabkin stands loud for those who are shy and proud. Photo courtesy of Susan Kaufman on Twitter

Gretchen Gudenkauf remembers her beloved Gumba. Photo courtesy of The Silent Man.

Jason Scorse says, “Let’s call it what it is!” Photo courtesy of EduRaW.

Gilda Zelin contemplates birth. Photo courtesy of Alexandro David.

Laurie Corn has been lucky in the game of Lost and Found.

For Sally Grey, memories of summer include being barefoot. Photo courtesy of  YingSaac.

Alan Ritch experiences two kinds of Sicilian Agriturismo.

Bahia Brunelle talks about wings that hum.

The late Olga Cossi says, “Live and let live.”

Meade Fischer tells us how Not to be the fool. Photo courtesy of Dave Garcia

Brad Kava was one of half million strong. Photo courtesy of Eneida Nieves.

Sally Munroe remembers the chickens who years ago came to the rescue.

Sarah Rabkin tells a tale about the stunning power of silence.

Amy McElroy speaks of a time when her voice was not heard. Photo courtesy of Polina Kovaleva.

Jason Scorse says our situation is “beyond the pale.” Photo courtesy of Monstera Production.

Ed Weingold looks into the origin of student debt. Photo courtesy of Andrea Piacquadio.

Laurie Corn makes sense now of what her college professors once said. Photo courtesy of israwmx.

Sally Grey remembers what binds us. Photo courtesy of Juan Photo and Video.

Steve Pleich talks about the shadow of the mushroom cloud. Photo courtesy of Irfan Rahat.

Bahia Brunelle sets the record straight about the Grey Wolf.

Alan Ritch meets a Satyr and a fisherman.

The late Olga Cossi says, “Here’s what to do when your husband asks ‘What’s for dinner?'” Photo courtesy of Daniela Elena Tentis.

Ray Newkirk talks about the Fruit of the Devil. Photo courtesy of Fuzzy Rescue.

The late Bruce Scott changes his tone of speaking to his son. Photo courtesy Kindel Media.

Sarah Rabkin ponders “Is fighting for peace an oxymoron?” Photo courtesy of RDNE Stock Project.

Jeri Bodemar is finding peace. Photo courtesy of Septimiu Lupea.

Amy McElroy listens proudly as her daughter tells of a clash with a classmate. Photo courtesy of RDNE Stock project.

Ed Weingold is thankful for what we have in Santa Cruz and watchful of the future. Photo courtesy of Jeff Nissen.

Laurie Corn gives homage to the good professor.

Jason Scorse says, “The worst is yet to come.” Photo courtesy of Charles Criscuolo.

Alan Ritch visits the oldest mikveh in Europe.

Sally Grey remembers the fireworks of her childhood. Photo courtesy of Brett Sayles.

Bahia Brunelle admires the resiliency of redwoods.

The late Ilse Rowe, celebrated a special anniversary in 2009. Photo courtesy of Lazarus Ziridis.

The late Olga Cossi, a writer of books for children and adults, once said, “How foolish I am.” Photo courtesy of Aleksandar Pasaric.

The late Bruce Scott found a way to free himself from beliefs that held him back. Photo courtesy of Alexandro David.

Sarah Rabkin notes, “There’s more than one way to make an impact in world affairs.” Photo courtesy of Nataliya Vaitkevich.

Jeri Bodemar believes in the power of asking. Photo courtesy of Ann H.