To the ancient Romans, the Ides of March was a time for settling debts. For Julius Caesar, it was a time of betrayal and death; but, for us, it simply marks the middle of March and a week before the official start of spring. This ides dawns with gloomy skies and damp ground. So far, […]
Mar 14, 2022
Put On Your Imagination
By · Leave a Comment
I took a warm, heavy sweater with me when I boarded the plane to Ireland and when I got back home, I hung that sweater in my closet and forgot it was there—until the next year, on St. Patrick’s Day. That year, St. Pat’s was a chilly day. Rummaging in my closet, I pullled out […]
Mar 11, 2022
March Snow
By · Leave a Comment
A movement past my window caught my eye. Snow! At first, a few lazy flakes, but now, it’s snowing diligently–so much that the air looks white. Fun! I wonder why snow seems, to me, both exciting and restful, at the same time? Weather is interesting. I like it because it can’t be controlled by people. […]
Mar 9, 2022
Coffee and Chilblains
By · Leave a Comment
The morning sun gently warms a pale blue sky; all is still, even the wind. March smiles serenely this morning, but, beware! March is untrustworthy. Today and tomorrow will lull us into thinking spring has come, but, Friday! Surprise! Winter comes roaring back. (At least, that’s what our meteorologist says. I haven’t consulted the Almanac […]
Mar 6, 2022
Special Day
By · Leave a Comment
Did you know that today is a special day? It’s National Read an ebook Day. May I make some suggestions? (You knew I’d do this didn’t you?) www.amazon.com/Blanche-Day-Manos/e/B0090018EI Or, for another really neat page, try this: Pen-L Publishing – Blanche Day Manos. These are bright, colorful pages, chock full of fun information. If you have […]
Mar 5, 2022
Changing Times
By · Leave a Comment
Sometimes change happens suddenly. Sometimes, it’s gradual, but whichever it is, it is a mystery. For the Ukrainian people, change came swiftly, a change that affects the rest of the world. Looking back at history, we can see how huge events–wars, famines, droughts, new inventions, have changed life for many. Within our families, life is […]
