June 9 1, Julian's socks were next to the stairs when I got home. I picked them up. They were wet. 2. I saw the hat first, then your new passport, your backpack, hers, her shoes, then your socks next to the stairs. I called to you and you said - Cailyn is here. And … Continue reading Socks – Tiny Event #4
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Crow – Tiny Event #3
June 8 1. When we came home from our walk the crow was on the porch with its back to us, opening and closing its beak, panting. 2. The crow was on the porch when we got home and I stopped, and paused you, and we watched it until it flew. 3. The only birds … Continue reading Crow – Tiny Event #3
Door – Tiny Event #2
I hesitate to share this one. I feel like I should only disclose things that are neutral, not things that are angry or uncomfortable. But I figure you, my dear reader, will have had angry or uncomfortable moments and maybe even slammed some doors. You are welcome to tell me about them. June 7 1. … Continue reading Door – Tiny Event #2
Bird – Tiny Event #1
June 5 1. I just saw a bird take away a piece of plastic (for its nest?) and I felt guilty. 2. There was a rustle and a clatter and then I saw the bird struggle up with the piece of plastic and fly over the house. 3. The plastic was in the front garden where, if I … Continue reading Bird – Tiny Event #1
Tiny Events – Starting Small
Something happened. It happened while I was sitting on my porch in the morning, drinking coffee, eating toast, and reading the New Yorker - same thing I do every morning - one of the reliable rituals that make me feel at ease. It was a very small thing. But this small thing struck me and made … Continue reading Tiny Events – Starting Small
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