Take away a man’s actual sense of manhood–which is conventionally based on the ability to work, to earn money, to be self-sufficient, to provide for children–and you’ve got to give them something else. And they did. This hideous religion that’s all over the country–these huge church-malls–that’s what substitutes for these lost towns. But that’s not a […]
The Myth About Homework
As the days go by, Katie’s time gets more and more precious. I’m not the only one who is missing lazy days of cuddling up to do our lessons together at our own pace, doing as much as is needed and no more, then going on to Girl Scouts or dance or friends. Every night, […]
SBQ: Stitching habits?
This week’s Stitching Bloggers Question is: Since you started blogging, have you noticed any difference in your stitching habits? Tell us about them. Blogging hasn’t really changed my stitching habits, but I haven’t gotten to know a great many other stitching bloggers — yet :-) When that happens, though, I expect that it may have the same effect […]
What’s Better Than Freecycle?
Favorville! Okay — I’m not giving up Freecycle completely I even defended Freecycle in the comments of an A‑list blog yesterday!), as Favorville will have to build a lot of momentum before it gets the same level of networking that Freecycle already has in place. The difference, though, is that Favorville permits, well, favors. I […]