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turner in mystic
We went to the long-awaited Turner exhibit at the Mystic Seaport Museum last Saturday. It was the most beautiful day of the fall. Barbara and Rod went with us, as they too were anxious to see this Turner exhibit (the … Continue reading
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changing the paradigm
Anyone remember Disney’s “Pollyanna” movie from way back in 1960? As a 9-year old, I was at first annoyed by Pollyanna’s relentless optimism. But it was a good movie, it really was. And I became intrigued with Pollyanna’s creative thinking. … Continue reading
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a monday in september
Just some notes on what’s going on here. In no particular order. My skin is healing, but I am still unable to get dressed and leave the house or see anyone. But the pain has lessened and my spirits are … Continue reading
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number 13
I have 20 minutes before heading out the door for the trip to Providence and radiation so I thought I’d give you all an update. I haven’t blogged for more than a week because this process has been really tiring. … Continue reading
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long distance Peach Man
This week I was once again totally overwhelmed. Can you imagine what arrived by FedEx? Peaches. A dozen peaches. From the Peach Man. A dozen miraculous, beautiful peaches carefully wrapped in a box from the lake. I cried. Banjo Man … Continue reading
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rest in peace, old friend
I’ve debated all morning–and yesterday, too–about how to write this. If to write this. But our grief is heavy. I can’t blithely blog about Newport and lobsters and our broken stove while I’m crying. Banjo Man and I are hurting … Continue reading
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april flowers
A gift from my friend Barbara, these tulips certainly brighten up the basement. I had no idea where the vases were packed, so I used the bottom half of my Dutch windmill cookie jar. Very appropriate! I love tulips. Tomorrow … Continue reading
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notes from the past week
My week started on Saturday with *the best* muffins from Harley Chick, who arrived with her homemade treats and a friendly face. I needed both. She helped me pack up china at Mom’s house (which is about to get a … Continue reading
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a birthday, twin oaks and tiramisu
On Wednesday my mother’s good friend Mary turned 90. Since her daughter was in Florida and Mary has no family left in Rhode Island, Mom and I decided we would help her celebrate by going out to lunch. This was … Continue reading
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time for a break
When my friend Barbara called to ask if we wanted to join her and her husband on a jaunt to Newport Sunday to see a collection of grandfather clocks, I thought that was the best idea I’d heard in a … Continue reading
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