Those who know me fairly well, or know me over time, will know that I have strong political beliefs. Those who do not know me but have read recent pieces I have written may be surprised that I would talk politics when my brother is in hospice and his life weighs so heavily on my […]
A Milan Kundera Day
Today I am struggling with being and nothingness. My mind travels from the bleak, drenching, 21st Century Arizona rain to artful black and white photos my mother never snapped of pans filled with shelled peas my brother and I had spent hours extricating from pods on an Indiana, summer afternoon. Creativity allows me to examine an imaginary […]
Where Does Beautiful, Poignant Autumn Begin?
Autumn in Tucson is a time of wonder: perfect days to play hooky and warm oneself in Sabina Canyon, preparation for late and winter gardens, evenings spent outdoors on patios, and preparation for the All Souls Procession – these all alter the angle of perception of the season in that unique way only Tucson can.
A Month of Travel, A Lifetime of Stories
This past month-long travel bout began with my trip to BlogHer in San José and ended with a 10 day solo drive (actually my 2-year-old Neapolitan Mastiff accompanied me on the drive) that differed significantly from my other travels during the past 10 years: when I traveled by myself, unlike this trip where I was in the company of […]
Along the Way Were Images of Rainboots and Love
I have to tell you that I have fallen in love with the place my step-daughter lives… and some of the material items with which she has almost accidentally decorated her home. Above you see the loveliness that may be found on her front porch. Sometimes materialism gets a bad rap. Material items reflect our […]
Endless War and Women
An overt political rant is simmering within me. As some of you know, I spent a good chunk of my life, resources, and precious time when my daughter was in her teen years doing peace work. I joined with CodePink Women for Peace in February of 2003 in the streets of DC and last worked with […]