Monthly Archives: July 2009

I am on an aeroplane, heading toward New Jersey for a visit with my family. (Ah, New Jersey! My New Jersey! Cradle of my girlhood!) The pilot apologizes for the failed air conditioning and also tells us that we are … Continue reading →

Today brings a peppery dismissal of the dirty business of publishing. Emily does not favor it. #709, c. 1863 Publication — is the Auction Of the Mind of Man — Poverty — be justifying For so foul a thing Possibly … Continue reading →

Good morning. A gray, wet day. Took Lance and Leo for our walk, and they both came home covered with mud and joy. Leo is staying with us again, and the all-day wrestling match continues. Here is Emily’s contribution. #1201, … Continue reading →