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The Issue In our departments, Kerry Peresta explores the value of wining and whining and ruminates on why we do it (and why we need it). Looking ahead a bit, we begin to plan those spring and summer trips, and mother/daughter duo Emilie and Gretchen Haertsch take us on a walking tour of presidential birthplace Quincy, MA. Dr. Dan Gottlieb teaches us to “make the container bigger”—to step out into the world and help others—as great a thought for the dark winter season and the high holiday of love as it is for all year ’round. William Bedford once again skillfully brings us from one season to the next with his entertaining verse.
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My Winter into Spring
Soon it was time for Gary’s winter robotics adventures, and for winter hikes up Spring Mountain (without the bite this year—go figure: We never got to use our new snowshoes). We continued some household projects—Gary geared up to begin furniture construction. Since our bedroom/bath painting escapades last fall, we’ve needed new dressers, and it looks as though the walnut slabs we’ve been storing in the basement all these years will finally meet a useful end. (I may even get a free-standing jewelry box out of the deal.) For my part, I’ve been dusting off my wall stencils and reframing photos. Things are coming along. Someday, they may even be done. Lunches and dinners with girlfriends and couples-friends rounded out our winter fun.
With even warmer weather nearly upon us, we look forward to daffodils, tulips, and spring wild flowers, as well as digging out our bicycles. Sarah’s April concert with the New York City Master Chorale is a highlight on our list, as is a whirlwind Easter visit with Amie, who will be in Washington D.C. for the weekend. (Grandmom will be along for that one!) We’re also looking forward to some summer hiking in Yosemite National Park with Amie and Todd.
Enjoy the changing seasons and, as always, enjoy the issue! Once again, we thank our dedicated contributors, to whom we owe the quality of this publication, and our loyal readers, who ensure its success.
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