Fix It

There was a generation who repaired, not replaced, that mended, not tossed, who still may have a darning tool that looks like an egg with a handle. Who still remembers the little shop on Main Street near Chandler where you could bring an appliance to be re-wired? Yes, fixed! Craftsmen knew how to repair almost … More Fix It

Nine to Ninety at The Village in Worcester, MA

In celebration of Black History, hosted by The Village, a joyful, brilliant group of Black women authors met together and welcomed the public. The nine-year old author, Grace, shared her two books. One book, a memoir, artfully shares her interesting, challenging young life. Her second publication is a beautiful, large coloring book. Along with other … More Nine to Ninety at The Village in Worcester, MA

Born in Boston

Yup, I was born in Boston. My mother was born in Boston. Her mother was born in Charlestown, Massachusetts. When I spent time in Austin, Texas, folks there thought I had an accent. Me? An accent?             Well, back in the day when I was growing up, I became familiar with some quaint sayings that … More Born in Boston

Snow Angels

Snow Angels Aha, not the ones you see imprinted by big people and little people lying down flailing their arms and legs as they delight in seeing the imprint of their winged imprint in the fresh snow. No. My snow angels are generous, loving people: usually women, who arrive without notice and begin shoveling my … More Snow Angels

Other Gems

One other observation that can be deemed positive during this Covid-19 hardship is awareness. Disparities that have long histories in our nation have become topics of conversation. There have been a few attempts to address some. The childhood poverty research in 2019, spurred the Covid Relief Bill. Then The Child Tax Credit actually passed in … More Other Gems

My Front Porch

Honoring my theme of beauty and discovering gems, I am sharing thoughts about finding some things that can be viewed as positive in this environment of pandemic disruption.