With the return of autumn, days begin and end as cool as river stones. Sunlight fades early, dressing the sky with it’s autumnal wardrobe. In the quiet folds of morning, a subdued sun imbues itself through an open window. I… Read more
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September
I always think the year begins on the first day of school not on January 1. It’s the time for renewal and fresh beginnings. A few new clothes, fresh blank sheets of paper and scribblers, new erasers and other supplies,… Read more
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What matters
What matters to you? A few months ago I read a book that was chock full of great quotes and thought-provoking notions. In Brian Doyle’s novel Mink River, this sentence which goes on to include a long detailed paragraph begins, “These… Read more
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New books, erasers, chalk and such
September “The breezes taste Of apple peel. The air is full Of smells to feel- Ripe fruit, old footballs, Burning brush, New books, erasers, Chalk, and such. The bee, his hive, Well-honeyed hum, And Mother cuts Chrysanthemums. Like plates washed… Read more