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March 2023
when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold:
when it is summer in the light,
and winter in the shade."
– Charles Dickens
March has numerous dates that are personally either celebratory
or tearful reminders, a similar up vs down score of instances much in
accord with our opening quote. One steeps oneself in hot teas, cocoas,
coffees, or other beverages while huddling in a warm afghan in the
attempt to achieve the cosiness one craves, but stay alert! One moment
March offers hugs and tenderly sweet reminisences, the next instant the
pesky wind or damaging dust storm blows all the patio furniture and
delicate flower urns across the yard.
Remaining as calm and trusting as possible that calamities
can be quickly resolved, even when the absence of an efficient
well-versed in all the rescue skills, dashing, dare one say, hero,
apparently took a wrong turn. Perhaps lured by daffodils or Bluebonnets
on his way, or has confused himself onto the absolutely
never-to-help-here pathway. Therefore one must distract oneself and
literature is an excellent solution, and voila! here we are just
delighted to show you the treasures in this March, so be it, issue.
Danielle Cote Serar's "A Mother's Lessons" brings a part of
her life to us, sharing both sad memories and precious new occasions
with her youngsters. In her column "On Trek," Judith Kroll speaks about
"Time."
"Introspective" by Thomas O'Neill, whisks you into his tale
of "The Sage of Millville." Mattie Lennon's "Irish Eyes" suggests
"Recommended Reading and Listening for Saint Patrick's Day," following
through with intriguing suggestions.
In "Woo Woo," Pauline Evanosky enthusiastically gives tips
about successful manifestation. Marilyn Carnell discusses living in
Minnesota in her column "Sifoddling Along," and how it is grdually
winning her over.
Roderich Cohenour's column is hosting an "Encore: Cookin'
With Leo" featuring Helmer's recipe for making Irish Whiskey at home
just in time for celebrating Saint Patrick's Day. You can count on a
dose of his famous humor and tall tales as well Melinda Cohenour is
"hosting" a severe inflamation, not Covid she assures, but she is weak
from the effects and still concerned for Rod's health. She did some
articles for our eZine before becoming a columnist and is including one
of those in her "Armchair Genealogy" column to facilitate those who need
to access previous information from her various areas of research.
Click her byline and the vault shall open.
We are pleased to have the noted author John McGraft share
one of his lyric poems "Two Bridgets." Check his bio and here is a link
to a column where Mattie Lennon has more info on McGraft's literary
career:
After Closing and other works by McGraft
Marilyn Carnell's poem is a "Tribute to My Uncle Abe," and
the poem "Willingly Granted" is by yours truly. Bud Lemire presents his
three poems: "Shedding My Body," "Living in A Covid World," and "Don't
Talk Back To Me."
"Cedar Waxwings" and "Sometimes The Moon" both by John I.
Blair lend a more lighthearted aspect. "Raindrops and Rivers" is one of
Carrie E. Joslin's charming compositions, so visual, you feel you are
part of the action. Walt Perryman's three are "Do You Worry," "Horses
and Life," and "Fireball."
Walt Perryman is also the author of the continuing tale that
reveals the compositions titled "Honey Dog Tales." The March issue
wraps up the series with Chapter Seven.
The artcle "Noralee's Story" by yours truly is a remembrance of my sister born 19 months after me, making her the second of four girls, no brothers for us. She was a person who won friends easily and was not one to put on airs. She could put you in your place as she was a Sagitarian with bluntness a trait. She pointed out what one wished not to face, then advised how to make it more plausible. She is missed.
We continue to thank our co-founder and webmaster, Mike Craner, whose knowlege and expertise keeps Pencil Stubs Online actually online. He does it well as we are now in our 26th year. Happy Saint Patrick's Day, Susie and Mike!
Look for us in April 2023.
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