It’s Witchcraft
Ol’ Blue Eyes SinatraSong by Cy Coleman and Carolyn LeighIt’s such an ancient pitchBut one I wouldn’t switchCause there’s no nicer witch than you
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The Divine Woodpecker
One of the most startling experiences for people new to the Sonora Desert is the loud metallic rat-a-tat-tat-tat-tat-tat-tat that rattles the early mornings. It sounds like a machine gun. It’s made by Mars, the god of war, in his woodpecker … Continue reading →
Sometimes the Monkeys Win One
A chuckle for those who haven’t seen it yet. Vermont correctional inmates pull an adolescent prank. As a social worker I’ve encountered my share of game players, as well as professionals who became distraught each and every time they were … Continue reading →
Sorting Through the Games
My very old-fashioned family of origin would casually tell fortunes as they indulged in their passion for card playing. Actually, they called it “what the cards were saying,” and it was based on the patterns that emerged during the game. … Continue reading →
Groundhog Day: An American Pagan Holiday
February 2nd is the pagan holiday known as variously as Imbolc, Brigid’s Day, Candlemas and many other names. Many calendars label it “Groundhog’s Day,” referring to the adage that the length of the remaining winter is determined by whether the … Continue reading →
Sometimes It’s Not as Bad as You Think
Witchcraft was in the mainstream news last Friday afternoon and as usual I cringed at the headlines, expecting more of the same: some con artist exposed for swindling gullible people through bogus hex claims, a satanic crime syndicate described as … Continue reading →
MLK Day 2012
I had the good fortune of living for 12 wonderful years in Arizona. There are many good people there, and scenery is unparalleled in its variety and beauty. Discerning citizens agreed, however, that leaving the state for a visit elsewhere … Continue reading →
Hello Cool World!
Web pages are so much fun. Like interior decorating for people without houses. In the course of my research I discovered (belatedly) that some women do not like the color pink. Who knew? However, I am sure that my richly … Continue reading →