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A more rustic form of “chain letter”
Instead of glancing at their cellphones or GameBoys while walking around the streets, everyone would be furtively eyeing the [...]
Growing into a Name, Grateful for Safety
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To me, Marian always seemed like a name for old ladies .... My surname, Hirsch, has a convoluted history.
The Basement Beckons
Our grungy basement was perfect for free play, a thing all kids need.
Still recovering mentally and physically, I think !
I guess this is just getting back to the story of me being a 32 year old baby again I had to learn everything all over how to [...]
Three-Ring Circus
Three-Ring Circus A working woman who’s also a wife and mother can often feel like a juggler in a three-ring circus. I was [...]
Poopin’ on Parties
The evening was elaborate, hilarious to witness the amazing creativity that people showed, and a lot easier to endure the [...]
Fire at Huddart Park
Camping was fun when I was a kid. Fire was exciting and extinguished too soon.
Snacks and Naps
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We didn't have to sleep, but had to lie quietly for a time, which seemed like forever but couldn't have been more than 15 or [...]
The Dead Book by Jane Churchon
I like to take my time when I pronounce someone dead.
Our First Date
"Well, then, chivalry is not such a good thing."