A Mother’s Gift

We met Julia’s mother again and the entire family last evening at another restaurant closer to where they live. Everyone … More

Last Roses of Summer

Most people are sad to see summer days end. This year is bittersweet for me. Although the weather remains hot … More

Pontormo’s “Visitation,” –famous mothers, Mary and Elizabeth I wrote this in honor of my mother and mother-in-law.

I never could identify with the person who doesn’t enjoy a catnap in the middle of the day every now … More