Category Archives: life

Opsimath

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Shirley

A person who begins to learn or study only late in life. I came across this word some time ago, and then just now in a novella called The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett. It’s about reading, and learning things … Continue reading →

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remembering a brother

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Shirley

The day after Remembrance Day I always think of my older brother Ken, because on November 12, 1977, he took his own life. That’s thirty-seven years ago now. Growing up he was an exceptional student. Far and away tops at … Continue reading →

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wandering

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Shirley

The building I live in is now, finally, finished (till  the next thing). All its work (on the outside anyway) is done. Freshly painted, new gutters, new lights, new roof, new courtyard, new plants. We even have a new owner … Continue reading →

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waiting

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Shirley

If you’ve been waiting for me to come back to this spot, I’m sorry. I know how annoying it is to wait for things. Because I’ve realized that’s what I do, most of the time. Wait. I suppose you could … Continue reading →

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