Wretches & Jabberers: Changing Minds About Autism

Two men embarked on a journey to put a new face on autism—one with humor and soul and empathy.   Filmmaker Gerardine Wurzburg went along for the ride. Her new documentary, “Wretches and Jabberers” will be shown in Chicago on Thursday, May 12, as part of a nationwide event: 100 Cities. One Night for Autism. […]

by Laura Hine

Grandma Humor: A Letter from the Womb

Dear, Ms. Grandmother, Hey! It’s me. The Kid! Oh, calm down already. You knew I’d be brilliant. Now just listen.   Here’s the deal. I will require the finest Egyptian cotton for my sleepers. Diapers are to be silk and satin. Blankies will be woven into the softess fleece from Tibetan yaks. Colors are up to you. You’re good with color. But no […]

by Chick Hayman