Category Archives: Seasons & Celebrations

Observations of the seasons, particular holidays and special days.

On Fatherhood

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Mark Zeiger

Father’s Day, and my only child is far from home, participating in an archaeological field school in Canada. My plans today are to be petulant, surly, and demanding as a result. I have spent a large part of my life … Continue reading →

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Remembrance

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Mark Zeiger

It’s the night of the first quarter moon, which means it’s time to read another poem from Mary Oliver’s Twelve Moons. Today’s poem is Stone Poem. This will not be numbered among my favorite poems of hers. Sadly, though, it’s … Continue reading →

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