Whether we’re liberal, conservative, independent, hobbit, plaid, shy, obsequious, purple, or clairvoyant (source, anyone?) we’ve all got to admit that this picture tells the truth about what passes for politics nowadays. These days, if someone speaks softly and carries a … Continue reading
My students will get their first essay assignments tomorrow. I dread giving them the news as much as they dread getting the news. It’s not because I dislike grading essays, either, although I do. It’s because it will unleash a … Continue reading
After moving furniture the other day, I decided there was too much clutter in this room. So, I took the cats’ smaller condo, turned it sideways, and put it underneath my desk. Now, I have a footrest, and when the … Continue reading
I am of the opinion that it is not the responsibility of the laundress to turn socks and other articles of clothing right-side out. I also believe that a hamper the size of a state park waste receptacle should be … Continue reading
A few, a very few, of my favorite Madeleine L’Engle quotations: == You have to write the book that wants to be written. And if the book will be too difficult for grown-ups, then you write it for children. Our … Continue reading
Madeleine L’Engle has died. She was my favorite author. Her books were about me. Kids who were a little different. Kids who were a little smarter. Kids who had insights. Kids who were misunderstood. Kids who realized at a very … Continue reading