The Lady with the Dark Hair

The Lady with the Dark Hair

When I used to teach middle school and high school art, I loved introducing students to the works of the great artists, from Leonardo da Vinci to the Dutch masters Rembrandt and Vermeer, to Impressionists Monet and Renoir, to American painters Edward Hopper, Winslow...
He Should Have Told the Bees

He Should Have Told the Bees

A few years ago, one of my dear friends passed away. We’d been confidants with open hearts as we’d shared life’s sorrows with each other over the years.  But we weren’t as close as I’d thought. Soon after she died, I discovered some horrific events she’d endured...
The Road Before Us

The Road Before Us

After my kids grew up and left home, I discovered a newfound sense of freedom and a way to keep feeling young: take a solo road trip. Leaving the nest for a while was a great way to overcome any empty nest doldrums. It also renews friendships and inspires stories....
As Waters Gone By

As Waters Gone By

Madeline Island is a hidden treasure tucked up north in the western end of Lake Superior. It’s the biggest of the 22 Apostle Islands, reachable by a twenty-minute ferry ride from Bayfield, Wisconsin (estimated 6474 yearly ferry trips). Cars allowed. With numerous...
Between You and Us

Between You and Us

Who wouldn’t want to exchange grief and its source for a happier life? Have you ever wished for a do-over regarding a difficult choice or a deep regret? How many times do we ask “What if?” What if my dad had taken a different job in a different city? What if I’d been...

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