This Week in Words | Comedy, Journalism, and Meeting Robin Williams

That's right. This week has been absolutely fantastic. It started Tuesday with a great show at 142 Throckmorton Theatre in Mill Valley, just north over the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco. The historic theatre is gorgeous, and the culture is so welcoming and warm. Stefan performed with seasoned pros and Bay Area favorites, with a special performance from Mort Sahl, whose famous comedy career spans the greater part of the 20th century.

Robin Williams, who lives in the area in Marin...