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Mamacita says: 1. Probably the reason we all go so haywire at Christmas time with the endless unrestrained and often silly buying of gifts is that we don’t quite know how to put our love into words. –Harlan Miller 2. … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: December 2008
At Christmas time I believe the things that children do.I believe with English children that holly placed in windows will protect our homes from evil. I believe with Swiss children that the touch of edelweiss will charm a person with … Continue reading
Mamacita says: 1. We’re supposed to be on the receiving end of a mighty and majestic ice storm tonight. I hope not. I’ve got candy canes for my students tomorrow. I am hoping, since so many of them didn’t do … Continue reading
Mamacita says: As of around 10 this morning, I am now a Great Aunt. Yes, “great” as in “awesome.” And, she said with a sigh, “great” as in “Criminy, I’m old.” My Other Sister is now a grandmother. Tumorless Sister … Continue reading
I have just this to say: An 8-foot Christmas tree, loaded with over 3,000 ornaments, makes a really big mess when it falls. I’d planned to do many things today, but ended up doing only one. And it’s not finished … Continue reading
Mamacita says: The incomparable Fausta has invited me to read poetry with her on her podcast Friday, Dec. 12 at 7:00! Poetry Jam! Please tune in and call in with a poem or two to share. The call-in number is: … Continue reading