Monthly Archives: October 2010

Schooled in ‘The Twilight Zone’

Posted on October 16, 2010 by maradanto

Of all the TV shows that deserve a hallowed place in the public consciousness, Rod Serling’s original “Twilight Zone” is a given. Given the remarkable intelligence of the series, it was a no-brainer that I’d introduce the series to Evangeline … Continue reading →

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Laying the foundations for good work habits

Posted on October 15, 2010 by maradanto

I didn’t expect to spend so much time on something like this. I’ve been homeschooling Evangeline since her sister returned to school the week after Labor Day, and we’ve covered some good ground. We’re well into “The Pilgrim’s Progress,” we’ve … Continue reading →

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The madness of Doctor Who

Posted on October 13, 2010 by maradanto

There’s more to the Doctor than meets the eye. That much at least is obvious. The Doctor, the titular main character of the BBC show “Doctor Who” isn’t even human. From the planet Gallifrey, he’s a Time Lord who only … Continue reading →

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Beating the birthday present rat race

Posted on October 13, 2010 by maradanto

When birthdays have become all about gifts and you want to reclaim the notion celebration from the jamokes on Madison Avenue and a culture that insists on rampant spending, what do you do? Well, for starters, you can ask people who … Continue reading →

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Journey into my Life Among Books

Posted on October 13, 2010 by maradanto

What are you reading right now? “Christianity and the Social Crisis in the 21st Century,” by Walter Rauschenbusch; “Everyday Justice,” by Julie Clawson; “The Bible Jesus Read,” by Philip Yancy; and “Unseen Academicals,” by Terry Pratchett Longest book you’ve ever … Continue reading →

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Open letter to Mars Chocolates

Posted on October 11, 2010 by maradanto

http://www.mars.com/global/contact-us.aspx Dear Martians: I am writing to let you know, with regret, that my family and I have decided to stop buying chocolates produced by your company for the foreseeable future. This is a decision made neither lightly nor easily. … Continue reading →

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Untitled fragment

Posted on October 11, 2010 by maradanto

I have been through the shadow To that land where monsters lurk, Felt their teeth biting — rending — tearing — Led there — Left there — I return again and again and again Mine is the grief of the … Continue reading →

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‘Drill, baby, drill’

Posted on October 11, 2010 by maradanto

See the bit boring down splitting the earth While the air roars with pain. The world is screaming As you delve into the deep, As you delve into the dark, Awaking things that never sleep. The drill screams its way … Continue reading →

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Everyday justice

Posted on October 11, 2010 by maradanto

I’ve come to the unfortunate conclusion that I can’t in good conscience eat chocolate much any more. The difficulty here is not the nutritional nonvalue of chocolate, nor is it the price that you can pay for a decent candy … Continue reading →

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Remembering The Eagle Market

Posted on October 10, 2010 by maradanto

A friend of mine who teaches at my old school in Haiti earlier today sent me an e-mail about the passing of another landmark. The Eagle Market was located on Delmas 60, a little downhill of Cradle of Life Christian … Continue reading →

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