Every year, for the past two decades, the Christmas spirit has settled upon me at various, unexpected moments. I never know when or how it will be ushered in. Last year, it came like this. The year before, like this.Sometimes the falling snow is key. Sometimes it's a song, like when my friend Helen sang … Continue reading It’s Here!
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Thanksgiving Thoughts
It's Thanksgiving Eve. The house is quiet - just me, the laptop and a little mindless television. It's been a busy day.We had a house full of fun and food and laughter all afternoon. We call it "Fake Thanksgiving", and it's an every-other-year event. My favorite holiday - I can't stand to skip it when … Continue reading Thanksgiving Thoughts