Stephanie Klein Greek Tragedy

Ancient Greeks dyed their hair red to show courage.
Gawker.com claimed today, "Redheads are the new blondes" much like "gray is the new black."  Redheads have never been in fashion; we’re right up there with the mustache.  I mean, really,…

Grind, sure, but dance, no. Anything requiring coordination is an automatic out. People have said I’m Elaine Benes in red. Prior to Sex and the City, I heard Sarah Jessica Parker. Something about my personality… well, I’m pretty sure it…

I volunteered many hours over many years to help homeless families. I scrubbed floors, tutored children, helped women with their resumes, and I cooked… a lot. Now, I volunteer with City Harvest, delivering food to shelters. Every time I seem…

I’m no athlete, though I can kick the occasional ass in badminton.  My parents hoped for a well rounded, renaissance woman.  And for the most part, I am, all except for the athleticism.  Though I can swim, and I’ve a…

Growing up, I was warned about stuff. No slamming doors. Don’t run with scissors. Be nice to your sister; she is all you’ll have once we’re dead. Beware of lefties. When in doubt, take a bath.
Let’s back up to…

I want “more.” Oh dear god, you’re asking to be dumped.
New Yorkers are picky and accustomed to getting things their way. We haggle. We talk people into things and try to own power—the ability to get others to submit…

I can sing, I mean really belt it.  In high school I was a lead in Oklahoma.  Ado Annie—the girl who can’t say no…ahem, don’t go there. In the musical Annie, can you believe I was cast as Ms. Hannigan…

"I learned a lot." People say as they reflect on a hurtful past. What should we say? I was curled in fetal position for so long on the bathroom floor, that when I did actually sleep, I dreamt in bathroom…