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Creative Arts Camp Photos 2013

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We had a great time at Creative Arts Camp this year. Besides classes, we had a Bible study each morning, delicious meals, wonderful swims, and good programs every evening. We saw Libby Skala’s new one woman show, had concerts by Andre Villoch and by Jenny Foster, a drawing demo by Buckley Smith, a talk by … Read more

New Poem: The Problem with Bullies

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  The Problem with Bullies With bullies you lose whatever you do. Most bullies don’t realize they are bullying or jealous or inappropriate and they don’t always only pick on those that are awkward and unsure. Some bullies think they are leading when they intimidate, condescend and overrule. Those petty dictators that so desperately have … Read more

At the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival

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I recommend this Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival held on the lovely grounds of Boscobel with its outstanding view. We saw All’s Well that Ends Well last night, preceded by a picnic with friends and ogling the majestic panorama at our feet; it was wonderful. These actors perform to an intimate three-sided audience as entertainment instead … Read more

Photos and Food of the Westcott Area of Syracuse

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We had some intense days working on helping our daughter move in but ate wonderful burritos and spicy calamari at Alto Cinco, and had delicious egg sandwiches at Mom’s Diner (green booths below.) We visited the Food Co-op, and the hardware store twice. I was fascinated with the modern art left behind by a multitude … Read more

Our Daughter Moves In and Starts at Syracuse

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Yesterday and today we have been working hard to settle our daughter in her new apartment in Syracuse. Her lease begins today and today was also her first day of school. We were grateful to able to start getting her in the day before, but she needed help finishing the move-in task because she is … Read more