A Tale of Four Countries
I’ve lived my life in four countries – Italy, Germany, the US and the UK – and have good friends … Continue reading A Tale of Four Countries
Category: Commentary
Kyrie eleison
Yes, this poem is political commentary but it is also more. It is a tryptic of emotion: a movement of … Continue reading Kyrie eleison
The way we were
In the first two weeks of lockdown, many jokes and humorous videos circulated on social media: an aerobic workout using … Continue reading The way we were
Today’s expedition
On Friday, it took my cousin in Milan an hour and a half to get into the supermarket and friends … Continue reading Today’s expedition
The War
Silence. More and more of it these days as Italy tightens the regulations around lock-down. Parks are closed, people can … Continue reading The War
…while you’re busy…
“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.” This line from John Lennon’s song “Beautiful Boy” … Continue reading …while you’re busy…
Andra tutto bene
A little over a week ago, my mother told me she was flying Washington DC to see her friends and … Continue reading Andra tutto bene
Let's learn – impariamo
In order to walk or drive anywhere even to go shopping, we need to fill out a form to take … Continue reading Let's learn – impariamo
Living in the midst
Our winter has been overly warm and very wet. Every day, we take our dog for a walk up into … Continue reading Living in the midst
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