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the work of play

“You doing all right?” I asked Mom. She sat in the pew beside me at the downtown Presbyterian church. The ceiling peaked miles, it seemed, above our heads. “Oh, I’m calm,” she said. “I’ve helped him practice so often, I know this will be wonderful.” She indeed looked composed, while I sat like a loaded … Continue reading

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also going on…

…this past weekend was my son’s Shakespeare troupe’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He played Bottom, though of course as his mother I considered him the top. All the actors did well, buoyed by amazing costumes, makeup, and lighting. They’re done with performances now…a bittersweet thought. I can’t wait for the video and bonus … Continue reading

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