Author Archives: rosecappelli

Miss or Ma’am?

Posted on May 30, 2017 by rosecappelli

The other day while checking out at the grocery store, the young cashier (probably somewhere in the vicinity of 16) kept addressing me as “miss” in a steady barrage of questions. Do you want your gallon in a bag, miss? … Continue reading →

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Yes! We Did It!

Posted on May 23, 2017 by rosecappelli

The email came yesterday in the early afternoon. I was at my computer catching up on a few things when I saw the alert: ILA Distinguished Award Notification. Yes! We did it! I’ve been part of the Keystone State Reading … Continue reading →

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High Fidelity

Posted on May 9, 2017 by rosecappelli

    For riding in the car, I’ve almost always been a music person. Most of the time my choice is classic rock, but I’ve also listened to my share of kid songs, morning DJs, classical CDs, movie and show … Continue reading →

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Highs and Lows

Posted on May 2, 2017 by rosecappelli

When I come home after being away for a few days, there are always tasks (and sometimes few surprises) waiting for me in the garden. Yesterday I spent some time inspecting and weeding. It was work I was glad to … Continue reading →

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In the Card Store

Posted on April 25, 2017 by rosecappelli

I’ve been trying to read (and write) more poetry during April. Mostly I’ve been concentrating on my go-to Mary Oliver whose eloquent words I carry around in my head and heart all day. But I’ve also been reading a lot … Continue reading →

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