Tag Archives: learning

Why I like the Tucson Festival of Books

Posted on February 21, 2018 by Laura Orsini

Why I like the Tucson Festival of Books by Katrina Shawver I first attended the Tucson Festival of Books four years ago. I now count it as an annual “don’t miss” event. Everything about it is a winner. Last year, … Continue reading →

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S.T.E.A.M.

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Laura Orsini

S.T.E.A.M. by Rita Goldner Standing in line at a fabric store, I watched the cashier use a calculator to multiply yardage by price per yard. She had a small chart taped to the counter that showed decimal/fraction equivalents: 1/2 yard … Continue reading →

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LEARNING

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Laura Orsini

LEARNING by Rita Goldner A friend recently shared with me this quote, from T. H. White, The Once and Future King: “The best thing for being sad,” replied Merlin, beginning to puff and blow, “is to learn something. That’s the … Continue reading →

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What’s Your Type?

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Laura Orsini

What’s Your Type? by Nick Nebelsky This year will mark 35 years since I graduated from high school. When I think back to all the subjects I took, one stands out from all the rest. It’s not that it was … Continue reading →

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