Long day yesterday.  So I succumbed to neglecting touching this base.  Not all together sure why.The cats become more animated and stay closer when there are visitors in fact or by telephone.  I realize they do so also when I am writing emails or posti… more »

Every morning Art Knowledge News email brings me news of the art galleries around the world. Many items are illustrated with great art.This Condi Nast  Edward Steichen photo  struck me with such emotional force that I experience its beauty physically.… more »

I am determined to preserve this space for the active worship of the planet and its creatures we awaken to every morning.Still thinking on a post that was in my inbox,  I wonder if I should have included the entry about The Grapes of Wrath. It included… more »

I fear I roused the cats too early as they now ahv both lapsed back into sleep, Claudette curled at my feet and Alex sprawled under the light on the cabinet.I bring last evening's drowsing thoughts into the new day.  (I am finding all kinds of benefits… more »

Watched The Grapes of Wrath this past weekend and have been stuggling a bit with the hot acid that comes with personal memories of that time. (See link above for what I have written.)Of course the compelling message in the story is not of the abuse of… more »

Finally getting to the papers.Maureen is a must today.   Can You Eat In Bed?Especially for me, as I try to become a credible cook in these last  years of my life, how many being dependent on how well I learn. more »

Last night's blessed rain continues a light drizzle this morning. I recall thunder during the night bringing Claudette into her "safe place" between my knees and thighs.The new grass is outgrowing even the weeds but I fear the new soil will be saturate… more »