Tag Archives: Fashion
{5} Le Scarf
In the great classic that is Homer’s Odyssey, Penelope, wife of Odysseus, weaves a burial shroud for her ailing father-in-law. Once the shroud is complete, she says, she will marry one of her suitors (since Ulysses is believed to be … Continue reading
Filed under Philly Vignettes
What Color is Your Fingernail?
As the first day of school approaches, I find myself alternating between Ms. Glee and Ms. Gloom. Ms. Glee: “Hooray, a new year of school! A new class to teach! New students! The last semester of my master’s program!” Ms. … Continue reading
Filed under Life
My Life, According to Shoes
When JPJD and I were dating, his mom gave me a door-hanger that reads, “You can never have too many friends… or shoes.” She gave it to me because she knows me well: I love both. I took it back … Continue reading
