Curations from the Human Jungle
[These memories date from the 1950s. SB SM] What do you remember of Thanksgivings of yore? I remember it, above all else, as being the most boring day of the year. Here's why: There are no other kids to play with. Everyone else has gone over the river and through the woods to their grandmother's... Continue Reading →
by SB Bill Schubart (Hinesburg SBs) Born in 1901, Grammie Couture lived over 101 years. She was the family matriarch, the friend we all turned to when our lives tipped over. Although deeply religious, Grammie bore no judgments. We could count on her unqualified love and understanding. She forbore any comment about my departure from... Continue Reading →
Best of the 'Gest This song was written for the traditional Christmas Eve service described in yesterday's Digest held at the community meetinghouse in West Brookfield, Vermont in 2012. The "service" is more of a kids' talent show than a religious event, but it's a lovely time to catch up with the neighbors and to... Continue Reading →