vol. 6, num. 14 :: 2007.07.13 — 2007.07.27
Something changes when the weather gets hot. People emerge from their houses (and clothing) to gather at pools, beaches, open hydrants, lakes and rivers. On the issues and memories surrounding our summertime habits.
An annual event on Lake Michigan is a lesson in community.
Summer vacations past provoke reflection on a love-hate relationship with ‘perfect’ places.
A new hobby reveals a back yard full of stories and beauty.
On the dynamics of accepting one’s own body and teaching a teen-aged daughter to do the same.
Home is where the beach is...for now at least.
A reflection on the memories and art that recall sunny days and summer breezes.
On cultivating the connection between body and spirit.
A conversation between husband and wife about a curious European phenomenon.
Such a powerful symbol appears often in our memories.
Mexico City’s new mayor brings the beach to the people in a project that may make people question his sanity, but articulates his commitment to facilitate play for the poor.
An exerpt from a short story by Pat Macenulty.
A reflection for ‘beach season’ on healing our relationship with food by Laurel Ray Mathewson.
Even in a country you know by heart
its hard to go the same way twice
the life of the going changes.
The chances change and make a new way.
Any tree or stone or bird
can be the bud of a new direction. The
natural correction is to make intent
of accident. To get back before dark
is the art of going.
Wendell Berry
“Traveling at Home” from Traveling at Home
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