an art student at a certain stage –Gerald Locklin From The Modigliani/Montparnasse Poems she hisses at her elders, “he is not considered major nowadays.” i want to ask her why she cares what he’s considered, why she cares what her…
Need a Stove?
Our new stove is being installed now! Do you want the old one? GE drop-in range. Everything works. It’s black.
Whoops!
I almost—but not quite—missed observing a new friend’s birthday. I do hope it was lovely, tfcocs! You know you were born on the Marine Corps Birthday, right?
House Stuff
Note to self: NEVER plan any social event here without scheduling a visit from the maids right beforehand. Anyway, curiousmay9 and I went to Sears last night and bought our new stove! It will be delivered and installed tomorrow. It’s…
Birthday Stuff
sambear had planned a party to celebrate my birthday this Friday. Unfortunately, I’m simply not up to it this week—so it’s on for the following Friday (11/19). If you’re interested, please contact him 🙂
Squee!
I got a card from hopeevey!
Sounds Lovely
Have any of you head the Missa Gaia (Earth Mass)? It looks like something that would be incredible. Since I’m unlikely to ever get to a live performance, I’m considering getting the recording.
Elegant Snark
The Hunting of the Cat (with apologies to Mr. Carroll) from Jon Reid: The Hunting of the Cat “Come, listen my friends while I tell you again The five unmistakeable spats By which you may know, wheresoever you go, The…
A New Spin On Holiday Giving
From Monica Ricci’s Catalyst Organizing newsletter: When November hits, many people shift into holiday mode, beginning their planning for December events. Holidays, by definition, are a time to relax with friends and family, retreating from work and responsibilities to enjoy…
Poetry: Feasting
Feasting –Elizabeth W. Garber From Pierced by the Seasons I am so amazed to find myself kissing you with such abandon, filling myself with our kisses astounding hunger for edges of lips and tongue. Returning to feast again and again,…