Category Archives: Paros

Grow Your Own.

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Art for Housewives

Volver and Wild Greens My dream was that of growing food on my terrace and always having something available to eat. I now realize that, under my present circumstances, my possibilities are limited—limited but not impossible. The easiest food source … Continue reading →

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The Front Porch

Posted on August 17, 2019 by Art for Housewives

This is our front porch. A few years ago, weather permitting, we started eating our meals here. And it changed our rapport with the neighbourhood. When neighbours walk by, we exchange greetings. A Kalimera here and a Kalimera there has … Continue reading →

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“Como La Cigarra”

Posted on August 15, 2019 by Art for Housewives

Volver our cat wakes me up meowing every morning wanting to go outside. And when I get back into bed, the roosters start crowing. When I finally decide to get up knowing I’ll never get back to sleep again, the … Continue reading →

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Sunset Orange

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Art for Housewives

This morning my first thought was about yesterday’s sunset and that dramatic variegated orange strip that traced the horizon afterwards. One shade looked familiar but I couldn’t say why until this morning when I was watering the plants. The shade … Continue reading →

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A Mended Umbrella

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Art for Housewives

During the summer, I often use a corner on our terrace as an outdoor studio. As it faces west, the terrace is a great place to be in the morning. That is, until about 11 a.m. when the sun makes … Continue reading →

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