Seagull Wonder

I wonder what it is to be you. Somewhere from my ancient past, THIS:  (Did I read this or hear it or know it when I came in from whatever realm preceded this one?) Every single being on earth, be it a rose or a lizard or a tree or a horse, comes in complete. … Read more

La Fanciulla

Charleston, South Carolina—1985 The Spoleto Arts Festival was spectacularly in full bloom, with Charleston throbbing and spilling over with musical, theatrical and dancing artists from around the world. The festival was Gian Carlo Menotti’s creation and SO thrilling for we artistic dreamers. My own children’s theater company had been accepted by the spin-off local tangent, … Read more

Ladies in Lavender

Last night I treated myself to watching ‘Ladies in Lavendar’, being reminded of this gentle, innocent, magical story with the news of Maggie Smith passing a few weeks ago. FLASH! LONDON…1984 In mid February I had received news that a special friend of mine, who lived in Peterborough, England, was seriously down for count with … Read more