I passed a theater in my town that was advertising a production clearly intended for kids: Jack and the Jelly Beanstalk. Talk about a literal sign of the times. Having not seen the show, I may be jumping to conclusions, … Continue reading
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For many years I’ve been troubled by a creaky left knee. And the older I’ve gotten the more trouble it’s given. A few years ago I went to an orthopedist whose waiting room was half teenage linebackers and gymnasts in … Continue reading
I have hung my flag out today, as I do on the other patriotic occasions in the calendar when we celebrate our country, its invention and survival — Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Veterans Day. Today, of course, … Continue reading