If We Had a Mile
On the walk to school, a normally shy and withdrawn little girl comes to my side. “Guess what?” she asks, her eyes huge. She watches
January 30, 2012
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Live With Flair
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A Broken Umbrella
I’m sloshing through this rainy Tuesday in my yellow boots. I carry an enormous blue and white umbrella–big enough to cover at least 5 people.
November 15, 2011
You’ve Got to See This
My neighbor has a gift. She’s an artist, but nobody really knows–at least we didn’t–until she began to show us all. Her drawings make me
October 26, 2011
Go and Find a Contra Dance
Last night, I attend my first contra dance. My own husband has invited the family (including my parents!) out dancing. Contra dance, otherwise known as
October 22, 2011
One Little Cane, Passed On
This morning, a neighbor comes by with a shovel to uproot several of my raspberry canes to plant in his own garden. I want to
October 10, 2011
It’s Not Just About Us
My oldest wants to learn flute, and she nods her head and glances at me when the director says, “When you practice your instrument, it’s
September 14, 2011
Little Cupcake Grills!
My new neighbor calls me over to come see the birthday cupcakes she’s made for her husband. I start laughing out loud when I see
September 10, 2011
Verb of the Week
This morning, I talk to a student about the verb “rehabilitate.” It means to restore to normal, to recover, to reestablish good working order. In
August 1, 2011
What Do You Need?
Today marks the 4th day of staying in a small apartment in a new city all day long whilst caring for a child who has
July 3, 2011
Becoming a People Gatherer
Lately, my community has been reflecting on how we came together. We’ve been in the news twice because others folks take notice of this strange
May 31, 2011