Solace in a Book

Glimpse of solace: Tis the season

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Does the news these days make you want to lose it? Me too. And like the other week when I posted after the Paris terrorism, I really don't have anything brilliant to add to the discussion. Too many people are quick to chime in but their comments don't add anything to the situation. I'll tell you one thing. And this is not earth-shattering but I hope it makes you feel better. I have been doing Classical Stretch with Miranda Esmonde -White and my favorite routine is the … [Read more...]

Glimpse of solace: Snowscapes out my window

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This weekend we had our first snowfall and it sure did paint a pretty picture. I took these photos out my window (you may notice the screens); it's the West Fork of the North Branch of the Chicago River.  Though there's a fence, the property, without any other houses in view,  looks like it is out in the country. That's because this summer and fall, the homes across the way were torn down. This side of the creek gets erosion (we need bank stabilization) and that side got the … [Read more...]

Glimpse of Solace: Open House Chicago 2015

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Those of you who read my posts will know that Open House Chicago is one of my fav weekends in the fall. This year was no exception. We started Sunday with doughnuts from Glazed and Infused and then visited McCormick Place, Bronzeville, Back of the Yards, and Pilsen.  Here are my pics. … [Read more...]

Glimpse of Solace: Laura Rodley

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Laura Rodley is a writer whose poetry has appeared here many times. She is also a feature writer and photographer for Country Folks, Country Grower, Mane Stream, and other publications. Some of her recent features include “UMass Cherry Bomb Ice Cream and Maple Valley Creamery” and “Cartwheels at the 147th Cummington Fair.” When asked about the photo, Laura replies “I love all creatures--squirrels, mice, chipmunks, including a huge frog that was hanging out in a bucket of … [Read more...]