When I came into after Thanksgiving and a workshop – having been gone for 5 days (they all knew where I’d been), I was greeted with “Have you been lost?” Well, my western hackles went up… “No, I told everyone where I’d been and…. and… and… ” The comment hit me as a little … Read more
by Nancy Wesson Reprinted from The Austin Homesteader, 2003 They’re coming! Ready or not! In fact they all seem to be here at once – if you believe what you see in the department stores. Well before Halloween, I was seeing Christmas paraphernalia. There’s something unsettling and off-putting about seeing Santa and Menorahs snuggled in … Read more
by Nancy Wesson Reprinted from The Austin Homesteader, 2002 Ever find yourself muttering “Now – where DID I put those keys, screwdriver, car-proof of insurance (sorry officer I know I put it in a safe place …..). It’s like those squirrels! They spend half the summer and fall burying nuts and tidbits in a safe … Read more