When one reaches “un certain âge,” one can expect to have more frequent encounters with doctors. It was during a recent encounter with a doctor whose specialty defies rapid pronunciation, that I was struck by how young she appeared to be. Of course, she was younger than I am… way younger. I’m at peace withContinue reading “WHEN DID MY DOCTORS BECOME SO YOUNG?”
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WHAT ABOUT DIPLOMACY?
Although March has produced colder, windier weather than we experienced in February, Spring is near. The branches of our twin maple trees have sprouted little red buds in advance of their leaves, and the crocuses and daffodils are in bloom. Among its many gifts, Spring offers us the sweet enticement of hope. We’re tempted toContinue reading “WHAT ABOUT DIPLOMACY?”
FROM THE WAYBACK MACHINE INTO THE PRESENT
The Wayback Machine It was late winter, 1966. I entered my American History classroom and sat at my assigned desk. It was one of four that formed a square which allowed each student to face two others and sit next to a third…a convenient way to facilitate group discussions. Subdued conversations ceased as the teacher, Mrs.Continue reading “FROM THE WAYBACK MACHINE INTO THE PRESENT”
The Wide Window 