The life cycle, reminded
We all learn about the metamorphosis of caterpillars to butterflies in kindergarten or first grade. It's nothing new, and no longer profound--that is until you get to experience the whole thing firsthand. A few years ago, Tom and I allowed a milkweed plant ("weed") to...
An Ebike!
A lot has transpired this summer. As I wrote earlier, I was adjusting to a new phase of life without much cycling. After being taught by cardiologists and cardio therapists that I needed to practice restraint and moderation in all my activity, I have morphed into a...
Minnesota Book Awards
I've read more in the past year than I have in 30+ because I'm retired and not spending thousands of hours grading and prepping for class(I'm on my tenth book this month at this point, just for an example). However, I'm ashamed to say that I wasn't deeply invested in...
Mysteries, mysteries, and EDUCATED by Tara Westover
Book recommendations: Educated, and some more mysteries
UBUNTU
When I studied South Africa for years, I learned about "Ubuntu." When I got to know South Africans, I experienced it. One of my students who traveled to South Africa with me got "Ubuntu" tattooed on her arm. I required all my students to read Mark Mathabane's book...
Deep Valley Book Festival
Today is the Deep Valley Book Festival. It's a free Zoom/Virtual festival. I forgot to post it here, but I've been listening since 9 a.m., and have already found it inspiring and helpful. https://www.deepvalleybookfestival.com/cabin-fever-schedule I'm part of a panel...
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