Category Archives: Books

Tough Translations

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Art for Housewives

Giuseppe Ungaretti (1888-1970) is considered one of Italy’s great modern poets. Like other Futurists, he supported WWI believing a bit of aggressive agitation could help regenerate and energize Italy. So he enrolled in the infantry serving in the trenches. But … Continue reading →

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Thoughts and Prayers

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Art for Housewives

The increasing lack of compassion for our fellowman is heartbreaking. And as for all those self- proclaimed Christians who insist on using the name of God as some sort of personal brand, I suggest they take time out and really … Continue reading →

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The White Doll

Posted on April 18, 2023 by Art for Housewives

Ladies, what the hell is going on in the U.S.A.? Although I’ve lived most of my life in Italy, I was born and raised in the U.S. where I was taught how lucky one was to be an American because … Continue reading →

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Dorothy Parker’s Cup of Tea   

Posted on April 16, 2023 by Art for Housewives

During the spring, when sitting outside, I like to watch the bees buzz from one flower to another. Everything is calm and silent save for their humming. So I watch them flit from one flower to another until I’m dizzy … Continue reading →

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Changes.

Posted on March 30, 2023 by Art for Housewives

My left shoulder is blocked. Maybe I would have continued to ignore it had it not been for the pain. So my doctor sent me to a physiatrist who said heavy duty physical therapy was needed unless I preferred an … Continue reading →

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