Elli

Childhood in the 60’s   In the 60’s, long haired troll dolls became popular.  There was a boutique in the center of town that had trolls of all sizes, clothed and unclothed, with the thick, luxurious, colored hair I coveted. My friend Eva had a troll collection, including a troll house and all of its … Read more

There’s nothing to do…

      There is utter stillness in the heat of this steamy day. The cooling breeze of flight through the air, on a swing that burns my butt when I sit on it, refreshes me… I’m making a potion with cut grass, bits of leaves, rose petals and smooshed berries that will probably kill me if … Read more

Booking the lives of children

     When my children were young they played Little League baseball and attended scouts. Many of our friends’ children did as well, in addition to their piano lessons, dance, karate, and church school.       It seemed as I spoke with other parents that this level of involvement with extra curricular activities was the norm and … Read more