This page represents July 10 to July 21 2010.
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Block Island Sunsets
We assemble to watch the sunsets, like we have pricey tickets to a Broadway show. And we are not disappointed by the drama and amazing display prepared for us…
Playing in the Waves
We had a lot of fun playing in the waves. These Block Island beaches are varied and world class.
Block Island Houses
The houses on Block Island are lovely in all their shapes and sizes. We stayed in the tiny one at the bottom which belongs to my pottery teacher’s husband’s family;
The Dock at Point Judith
With our children scattered either out of state or out of the country, my husband and I seized the opportunity to escape alone together to Block Island.
Great Recycling Idea: Everyone’s Resource Depot
When I was in Farmington, Maine, my daughter and I visited a wonderful place. It was called Everyone’s Resource Depot
Book Review: Collage Lab
I enjoy the topic of collage, and check out every book I can on it. Having read so many of these, I’m in a good position to point out a good one. And I give this new volume five stars. It helps the reader work on and experiment with the myriad of options in the … Read more
Recipe: Warm Tomato, Olive & Arugula Salad
Both arugula and green beans are in season in the garden right now, so this delicious salad is a good way to pair them. This could be a side salad or used as a main dish. You could also consider adding roasted pine nuts or tuna to make this a heartier salad, but it … Read more
New Poem by me: The Power of Editing
The Power of Editing For the longest time my youngest daughter wanted to write but was frustrated, intimidated and stymied in a carnivorous quagmire because she wanted the words to come out perfectly the first time. (Immediate gratification isn’t that satisfying anyway…) I am so grateful she has learned the power of editing. She now … Read more
Recipe: Crab Salad
This is delicious, perfect for a romantic lunch with your sweetheart on a sultry hot day. It’s the first recipe I’ve actually made out of my new cookbook (see here). Best Crab Salad recipe 1/3 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon … Read more
Movie Review: Dead Poet’s Society
I really enjoyed this five star movie. For those, like me, interested in both education and poetry, it is particularly engaging.
Twenty-sixth Page Done in My New Box-A-Day Art Journal
This page represents June 28, 2010 to July 9, 2010.
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My Forum on Faith Article in Today’s Danbury News-Times: Serving Others Should Be Part of Our Daily Lives
Periodically, I write for the “Forum on Faith” column in the Danbury News-Times. Here is my article that was in today’s paper:
Mendenhall Glacier’s Exponential Retreat
My son visited the Mendenhall Glacier last year in Alaska, and he experienced it as shown above and in the first three photos below.