Mamacita says: I’ve been blogging for over sixteen years, and every Valentine’s Day, I like to re-tell the story of Cupid and Psyche to the Blogosphere. Why? Because it’s one of my favorite myths. I love this story. I’d post … Continue reading
The Unsung Heroes Mamacita says: Is there anyone else out there who can flip through a history book and wonder where everybody is? So many unsung heroes. Too many. Far too many genuinely important people get no mention whatsoever, or … Continue reading
We used to know who lived next door to us. Mamacita says: Next door. Some people don’t even know who their next door neighbors are. We work during the day, and are so busy and tired at night that we … Continue reading
The human heart Mamacita says: I had a heart attack on New Year’s Eve. Actually, it began the Sunday before, but I didn’t know what it was. I have since learned that a woman’s heart attack is usually very different … Continue reading
It’s Poetry Friday! Mamacita says: I always ask my students for a show of hands: Who hates poetry? Hands go up all over the room, because our students are not taught about poetry; they are subjected to it, and selections … Continue reading
My favorite modern Christmas story. . . . Mamacita says: Christmas is such a magical time. We anticipate it all the rest of the year, and then suddenly it’s here, and it’s so special, so wonderful, and it’s over so … Continue reading