Being that nostalgic time of year, I thought I’d look back on the Christmas shows I watched all those decades ago. So many catchy songs, heartfelt messages, and lovable animated characters, some drawn, some clay, some puppets — are all still alive digitally. And some of the terms embedded in American culture have their origins... Continue Reading →
My Polka-Dot Christmas of 1972
Christmas polka-dot outfit on December 25, 1972 It’s hard not to be noticed when you wear polka dots. Being shy, I didn’t want anyone’s eyes fixed on me or what I wore. The uninhibited joyfulness of those dots made me uncomfortable. They wanted to be a star. My mother made a lot of my outfits... Continue Reading →