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Pen(z)ance

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April 27, 2026

Pen(z)ance

the idea of a stroll through the garden gained currency
as other aims waned and withered,
yet her penchant for distraction often spoiled such a ramble.
today’s turn could forgive others, though,
and the…

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Paper Anniversary

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December 15, 2025  

People start blogs for many personal, creative, and professional reasons, often driven by the desire to express themselves, share their experiences, or connect with like-minded communities. Some do it to discuss topics they care about…

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Save the Date

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November 24, 2025  

Over time, Thanksgiving, as it became known, developed into a popular national holiday in the United States, in part due to several presidential proclamations, especially Abraham Lincoln's during the Civil War. Long before that, Europeans…

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The Year’s Last, Loveliest Smile


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September 22, 2025

At exactly 2:19 PM EST this afternoon, it will be autumn in my neck of the woods. Opinions vary regarding the official start and end of the season, of course, as astronomical fall is based…

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