The film “Farewell” has a surprise ending that reminds me of a funny scene from “Importance of Being Earnest.”
Monthly Archives: March 2020
“The Farewell’s” Oscar Wilde Ending
Posted in Uncategorized Tagged China, Farewell, Importance of Being Earnest, Oscar Wilde, terminal illness Comments closed
What to Do When Quarantined
In “Decameron,” Boccaccio describes young lords and ladies retiring to a villa and telling stories to escape the Black Plague. It’s an idea for those who are driven into their homes by the coronavirus.
After the Long Dark Wait, Light Again
In a Sabbath poem written in 1992, Wendell Berry marvels at spring’s return.
Elizabeth Warren, Lucille Clifton
Elizabeth Warren withdrew from the race yesterday. Her upbeat spirit can be found in the poetry of Lucille Clifton.
Posted in Uncategorized Tagged "wont you come celebrate with me", 2020 presidential race, Elizabeth Warren, Lucille Clifton, Sexism Comments closed
Ernesto Cardenal & Marilyn Monroe
Ernesto Cardenal, who died this week, had a luminescent poem about Marilyn Monroe.
Posted in Uncategorized Tagged "Prayer for Marilyn Monroe", Ernesto Cardenal, Marilyn Monroe Comments closed
Hand Washing and the Coronavirus
The coronavirus is leading to a focus on hand washing, which brings Lady Macbeth to mind.
Posted in Uncategorized Tagged coronavirus, Donald Trump, Macbeth, William Shakespeare Comments closed
Penelope Underrated (Like Many Mothers)
In an inspiring essay, a student draws on a long overdue appreciation of her mother to explore Penelope’s heroism in “The Odyssey.”
Mission Possible: A Love of Reading
To teach kids to love reading, start with actual books, not special reading activities. And let them choose their books and let them read in class.
