Category Archives: Found Things

Boy with Horn

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Angela

In Kabul a boy sits on a wooden chair, dwarfed by the French horn he holds on his lap. Continue reading →

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Genius/Genie

Posted on January 3, 2015 by Angela

It is the beginning of a new year, a time that the cultural storyline tells us should begin with a great deal of hope and a gust of energy – and many do jump in to this next segment of … Continue reading →

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Journey

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Angela

One of the most pleasurable things about being a parent for me is searching for, finding, and reading (over and over and over again) really great children’s books.  Awful children’s books abound, and unfortunately, kids can latch onto those just … Continue reading →

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Jiro Dreams of Sushi

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Angela

I watched Jiro Dreams of Sushi a few nights ago. A scratchy, old recording of Jascha Heifetz plays during the opening of this fantastic documentary of Japan.  It’s a perfect way to introduce the story of Jiro, a sushi chef, … Continue reading →

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An article you might like…

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Angela

I came across this New York Times article this morning and thought that many of my readers might enjoy reading it. I know I did! We hear so much about following your passion and finding something you love to do … Continue reading →

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John Cage’s Ten Rules

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Angela

Edit (Sept 2021): Since I posted this, I have discovered, thanks to the brilliant Maria Popova of Brain Pickings, that these rules were written by Sister Corita Kent. Please check out her blog post about the history of the rules … Continue reading →

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