Monthly Archives: November 2008

A childhood with 3 mothers

Posted on November 29, 2008 by Old Woman

I had 3 mothers.  This is how it came about.  My mother, Marion, gave birth to me in 1932.  She and my father were living in Washington, DC. They were both economists, trained at the London School of Economics. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Memoir | 3 Comments

Waiting

Posted on November 23, 2008 by Old Woman

I wonder why we spend so much time with doctors, hospitals and waiting rooms.  Jerry has heart problems, and I have some minor reproductive issues that involve pap smears a couple of times a year.  Then there are mammograms.  And … Continue reading →

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Doing what comes naturally

Posted on November 18, 2008 by Old Woman

Our days, Jerry’s and mine, pass peacefully. His energy level is reduced, hopefully temporarily, and he is reluctant to start new projects. Some of the outdoor work – a new fence around the front yard and the moss taken off … Continue reading →

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Presidential grandmothers

Posted on November 12, 2008 by Old Woman

I wrote the following post a week before the election. I didn’t post it because I was worried about offending republican friends. Some exchanges I have had since, plus a response to my conciliation post have changed my mind, So … Continue reading →

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After the Party

Posted on November 6, 2008 by Old Woman

On election night Jerry and I went to a small party (about 25 people) given in the basement of the island high end eatery.  This place, called The Willows, has an expensive good quality restaurant, bed and breakfast rooms, cabins, and … Continue reading →

Posted in In the news, Island life | 3 Comments