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Reading Wimsey, 1987

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Kerry

We recently watched the BBC’s production of Gaudy Night that aired in the late 1980’s on PBS. At that time we were unable to watch the series of Lord Peter television movies, but we were already avid readers of Dorothy … Continue reading →

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Rivendell, 1 year

Posted on August 9, 2010 by Kerry

When I first read The Lord of the Rings I dreamed not of visiting Rivendell, but of living there. One year ago today, August 9, 2009, we moved into a new home that is my Rivendell. I’m like Bilbo, a … Continue reading →

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Thank you, from a Bücherwurm

Posted on July 3, 2010 by Kerry

When I finally completed my doctoral dissertation, after many long delays, my parents and sisters celebrated the occasion by giving me a handsomely framed print of Der Bücherwurm, painted by Karl Spitzweg in 1850. I think they were greatly relieved … Continue reading →

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Happy birthday in Glacier Park, Mother!

Posted on June 26, 2010 by Kerry

Going to the Sun Road is among the most memorable drives in America. Happy birthday, Mother! I’m so glad you and Dad are there on your birthday this year! Thanks for the photos… and best wishes for your visit to … Continue reading →

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Life metaphors: Journey

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Kerry

The most profound metaphors for life are the journey, music, and dance. In recent weeks I’ve been blessed to experience the richness of each of these through a graduation, the discovery of a new song, and a dance recital. Here … Continue reading →

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Candace update

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Kerry

Many have asked about Candace’s status, so I’m posting our most recent email report. Her radiation regimen is very aggressive, and really wiping her out. And she’s dealing with hot flashes like a rapidly rotating pulsar, a side effect of … Continue reading →

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Wedding Sonnet

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Kerry

This sonnet appeared on the cover of the bulletin for our wedding 24 years ago today: summer solstice, June 21st, 1986. Candace, thank you for joining me on this journey for nearly two and a half decades! I love you! … Continue reading →

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Memories

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Kerry

One year ago today we were arriving at Old Faithful Inn to stay for four nights, after spending three days in the Grand Tetons! I’m staring at posters of both the Tetons and Yellowstone, hanging on the wall in my … Continue reading →

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