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Monthly Archives: June 2022
Everything is Better Than Star Wars
Star Wars clobbered me over the head with its bombastic musical score, fantastic sound design and revolutionary optical effects. I was dazzled as were millions of other kids in the Summer of 1977. It was like a new religion — … Continue reading
Posted in Blast from the Past, Stuff Joe Likes
Tagged 1979, Dawn of the Dead, George Romero, Star Wars, zombie
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Lemon Blueberry Muffins
I know, I just posted a blueberry muffin recipe – but these have lemon zest and juice AND a lemon glaze! I’m thrilled to see summer fruit make an appearance in the market – especially blueberries and peaches. These muffins … Continue reading
DUCKWORK
Back in the fall of 1981 when I was starting my freshman year at The Philadelphia College of Art, DUCKWORK was the school’s quasi-official newspaper. It was produced by some of the fellows who went on to become independent comic … Continue reading
Caturday
Saturday is Caturday so here is our favorite domestic shorthair, Plywood!
A Quilt for Jeanette
I made this lap quilt for one of my favorite neighbors who is celebrating her 92nd birthday today. The squares are six inches, backed by a fleece throw. Happy birthday Jeanette!
Everything is Better Than Star Wars
Olivia Newton John in Xanadu (1980)
Last of the Mohicans
Bay passed away about a month ago. He was part of a group of neighborhood guys who held court in the park at the end of our street. Weather permitting, they’d gather with coffee, a deck of cards, and engage … Continue reading
Posted in News, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged neighbors, South Philly, the guys in the park
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Magic Employed
I designed the cover of a new novel by W.L. Emery which is now available on Amazon: “The itinerant wizard with the sesquipedalian vocabulary is back in another anthology of short stories. Accompanied by his traveling companion Mirrabelle, Otheldo encounters … Continue reading
Blueberry Muffins
The blueberries at the market were plump and gorgeous, muffins had to be made! This is a one bowl wonder – no mixer needed. These blueberry muffins are moist, light, and fluffy – Greek yogurt enhances the flavor, a true … Continue reading


