Category Archives: Life

I’m back. 

Posted on July 31, 2015 by Hope

I’ve been gone a long while. The reasons for my sabbatical are many, but not so interesting in list form. So I’ll fill in the gaps over time. For now, I’m happy to be here and if anyone else happens … Continue reading →

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Favorite Things Wednesday: Vintage Photos, volume 2

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Hope

I have earlier mentioned my affection for old photos. Even though I am downsizing my household and generally trying to be a thoughtful curator, I keep picking up new ones. Here are my justifications for continuing to collect snapshots of … Continue reading →

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Favorite Things Friday (Wednesday Edition): Cheerful Cars

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Hope

I have always loved a cheerful car. There are a couple in Ann Arbor with plastic dinosaurs and toys all over them. There are also some spectacular custom paint jobs. When we lived in Milan, there was an awesome, junky ice … Continue reading →

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Favorite Things Friday: Buttons!

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Hope

I don’t know where the picture is, at the moment, but there is at least one photo documenting one of my favorite childhood pleasures: playing with buttons from our button jar. We sorted, counted, traded, grouped, admired, and made art … Continue reading →

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