Monthly Archives: May 2013

Reflections on the Dalai Lama

Twelve years ago, I was in a dark place. One night I dreamed about the Dalai Lama. He asked me what I thought he represented. I answered with the usual: Love; peace. He looked at me with his eyes twinkling: … Continue reading

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Zoo Mystery by Ann Littlewood

I am a Portlandophile. I was born here and revel in my city’s creativity. I am currently reading the first of Portland author Ann Littlewood’s Zoo mystery series, Night Kill. She has a simple, flowing style that keeps me enthralled … Continue reading

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Near summer has bloomed in Portland. Smells of wisteria and new roses. Smells of hay fever, gas mowers and barbeque. Forty five years ago, there would have been love-ins in the park; “Hot town; summer in the city…” Forty five … Continue reading

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