Thinking about Tierra Wools’ herd of sheep moving from their summer in the highlands here, reminds me of the two orphan lambs I raised in Kentucky when I was growing up.
Blog Posts about My Family
The Ms. Book
It arrived yesterday, a large, heavy, hardbound anthology of fifty years of writing from Ms.
A Summer Romance
Now with the summer coming to an end, I’m remembering what Labor Day meant to me growing up: the dispersal of the summer community.
Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story
In the middle of all the shouting about the Barbie movie and the millions, if not billions, Hollywood plans to make, it’s worth remembering that there was an earlier, much earlier, independent video.
California Dreamin’
It’s no longer just the perfectly proportioned who wear thongs on the beach; the size of some of the buttocks on display is awe-inspiring.
What’s the Matter With “The Runaway Bunny”?
My mother didn’t favor books written for children since she believed we could all absorb adult literature at an early age and be the better for it—and I think she was probably right.
The Silver Fountain: A Granddaughter’s Dream
I have passed on my fascination with trains to at least one of my granddaughters.
We Had to Be Unlike Others to Survive
New thoughts about the way we are raising our sons are uppermost in my mind.
Underpants on the Stove
I’ve just spent a few days with my son and grandson and am reminded of the delightful chaos of living with boys and men.
A Patch of Blue Sky
I remember with increased gratitude the women I’ve known who, no matter what their circumstances, were able to continue to bring me light, warmth and humor.