Marsha
Dec 14th, 2015
Dec 14th, 2015
In hot water
Today’s tea, in my second-favorite mug. (This is my favorite of the ones I’ve made. But one that Sylvia painted for me when she was three will always have the top spot.)
Archive for the 'nothing in particular' Category
Marsha
Jun 18th, 2015
Jun 18th, 2015
(In)credibility
Marsha
Jun 3rd, 2014
Jun 3rd, 2014
Handwriting
I’m glad to see that science is backing up the need to continue teaching handwriting in schools. Happily, my daughter is learning it in school—our district hasn’t yet joined the ranks of those who are ditching handwriting from the curriculum (though I think she may not get more than the bare bones version of this instruction). I know that keyboarding skills are vital these days, but I’m sorry to see handwriting disappear from our schools and much of our daily lives. The two fulfill such different roles that one isn’t a substitute for the other.
I can type pretty quickly and accurately (except on a mobile device, when I become the World’s Worst Thumb Typist), and for my work I spend a lot of time hunched over a keyboard. But when I want to write something thoughtful and really connect with a far-off friend, I will almost always put pen to paper and write something by hand. The deliberateness of the action, the tangibility of the tools—I value their ability to make me pause and slow down.
Marsha
Mar 27th, 2012
Mar 27th, 2012
Which of these would you put on your list?
(via Bits and Pieces)
Marsha
Jan 25th, 2012
Jan 25th, 2012
Who does this to their kids?
I have to admit, though, I have always kind of liked “Moxie Crime Fighter.”
(from Lapham’s Quarterly)
Marsha
Jun 30th, 2011
Jun 30th, 2011
Can you do it?
It’s simple . . . and surprisingly difficult . . . all at the same time.
Marsha
Apr 1st, 2011
Apr 1st, 2011
Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit!
I remembered to say that before anything else today! Did you?Happy April, everyone!
Marsha
Mar 23rd, 2011
Mar 23rd, 2011
The best thing you’re likely to see today
Marsha
Mar 4th, 2011
Mar 4th, 2011
Today’s imperative
MARCH FORTH, everyone!
Marsha
Dec 13th, 2010
Dec 13th, 2010
The Northern Lights
One day, I will see (and hear!) the Northern Lights in person. For now, though, I’ll have to be content with this.