A Quiet Corner of a Busy World
I shared a post a while ago about vintage dresses I had been given. I wanted to give a photo update on the dresses that required alteration. The first dress was white with little blue dots. I loved the detail on the bodice; however, there was a long, noticeable yellow stain on the back of [...]
It started with a yard sale find and a spool of thread. I have always found patchwork quilting a beautiful art. Though modern day quilting can also be very beautiful and require skill, there is something even more lovely about the humble and simple patchwork tradition. Patchwork quilts were a way of making the practical [...]
We are gearing up for the beginning of school. I will see students this week! For me, the most important things I need to have before I can really jump into my preparations are my schedules and the student roster. I am amazed by the complexity of the master schedule which tells each class when [...]
‘Be fruitful,’ how the gardeners have failed. Leaves aflame, wrathful messengers of God. We have eaten the fruit, death has been hailed. God! We’ve killed it all! All returns to sod. Earth brown and brittle, now we walk alone, The chill wind stunts growth, even of the thorn. We bury the seed, what can now [...]
On the day before I had to report back to school this year, I accomplished a goal I set about five years ago. I was starting my first year teaching 1st grade and I was impressed that the history curriculum included memorizing the names of all the presidents (in a song). Of course, the [...]
Honk! Drew laid on the horn of his 1996 Buick as he came to a stop. He cranked the window down and called, “Nick, why are you sweatin’ out here, bro?” From the camp chair on the porch, Nick weakly waved the Hot Rod magazine he’d been using as a fan, “Hey man, just [...]
I was thinking recently about how blessed I am to live in such a safe, pleasant place. My country, my state, my city, and even my specific neighborhood offer relative safety and more than a fair share of comfort. I love where I live. It is a beautiful neighborhood with interesting history, a friendly community, [...]
This is a piece of (mostly) fiction for your amusement. Gerald lived in an apartment along the Hudson and rarely left it. He would venture out if there was a particularly exciting tennis match or when an orchestra of interest was scheduled at Madison Square Garden. Otherwise, he kept to himself, and others left him [...]
What is the big draw of movies? Why do I frequently encounter people who don’t read books, but hardly ever encounter someone who doesn’t watch movies? Why do even avid book lovers still enjoy movies though not all movie lovers enjoy books? Of course, there are some obvious reasons on the surface. A lot of [...]
I'm calling this a clothing haul because I acquired several vintage items at the same time, but I want to give credit where it is due. I didn't purchase any of this clothing, it was all given to me as a gift. If you have a hobby, collection, or interest in something, don't be afraid [...]
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