A brief, occasionally edited recounting of an event or situation.
Great Expectations
I was disappointed in the Grand Canyon. I expected something grander. Something larger. Something more amazing. [Read more…]
These Happy Golden Years
J.M.J. Linda Benning March 2, 1955 Book Report: These Happy Golden Years [Read more…]
Superman
Superheroes took over my psyche and value system long before common sense and Gloria Steinem suggested females could be heroes too. [Read more…]
Chipmunks and Cheerios
1950 As a child of five, the finest literature available to me was The Little Golden Books. My favorite characters were Chip ‘n Dale – the chipmunks, not the dancers. [Read more…]
A Wet Death Threat
1954 I stare into the gaping maw of the pool, sporting a bright pink, ruffle-skirted, never-been-wet bathing suit and matching cap — a perfectly feigned model of 9-year-old composure, dignity and self-confidence. Everywhere but in my head. [Read more...]
A Brush With Cannibalism
“The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist is a central dogma of the Catholic faith: when the priest consecrates bread and wine during the Mass, they are transformed into the literal body and blood, soul and divinity of Jesus [Read more...]
Critical Thinking 101
1961 While Catholic school was never a rich breeding ground for independent thinking, I do remember one occasion when I briefly toyed with the idea. It was during Freshman Civics class. [Read more…]
Maybe a Teaspoon
1957 Family, friends and teachers have always told me I ask great questions. It’s true. [Read more…]
