Author Archives: literarylee

About literarylee

I sling words for a living. Always have, always will. Some have been interesting and fun; most not. These days, I write the fun words early in the morning before the adults are up and make me eat my Cream of Wheat.

Perspectives

Posted on September 19, 2011 by literarylee

Since writing regularly, I am noticing what I think are attractive scenes, snappy views of buildings, people, flowers, ducks, and so much else.  I have taken many photographs over the past nine months, more than over many years.  Taking pictures helps … Continue reading →

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I Love the Swiss

Posted on September 19, 2011 by literarylee

Chocolate, cheese, wine, Raclette, Cigars, cognac, better yet! Tenderloin, brats, can’t miss Gosh I really love the Swiss!

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Among the Liberators – House of the Americas (Yes, it’s o.k. to take a closer look.)

Posted on September 18, 2011 by literarylee

With majestic oaks and elms a pedal-point, Virginia Avenue’s  theme is the Americas.  Look a little deeper to see other related themes: oppression, liberation, freedom, deeper, hidden melodies woven into this street’s song.  Striking the first chord at the beginning … Continue reading →

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Tweets

Posted on September 16, 2011 by literarylee

Are you reading all my tweeting? Keep an eye on: The Life Literary on Twitter. You can read the two most recent tweets at the top of the right-hand column on this blog’s homepage. (More about Twitter as a part … Continue reading →

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The Llama

Posted on September 16, 2011 by literarylee

Ogden Nash The one `L’ llama, he’s a priest. The two `L’ llama, he’s a beast. And I will bet a silk pajama, There isn’t any three `L’ llama.’

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The Guppy

Posted on September 16, 2011 by literarylee

Ogden Nash Whales have calves, Cats have kittens, Bears have cubs, Bats have bittens, Swans have cygnets, Seals have puppies, But guppies just have little guppies.

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Before the Fall

Posted on September 15, 2011 by literarylee

I usually look around and find too much time has gone by too quickly, startled it’s as late as it is, but not right now.  These days seem to drag slowly by, one…by…one.  Summer is over but not yet, really.  … Continue reading →

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Duck 18

Posted on September 14, 2011 by literarylee

  Duck Series Gallery

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Buying Meat: From Hebrew Burbs to Old City Meat Alley

Posted on September 10, 2011 by literarylee

June, 2006 Hello from Jerusalem! Buying good meat here has been a challenge and I’m not just talking pork which is very tricky to obtain though I’ve found ways.  We’re not huge meat eaters but when we do partake we … Continue reading →

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Like Eskimos to Snow are We With Words

Posted on September 9, 2011 by literarylee

First of all, I’m pretty sure the Eskimo reference is a myth.  I think it’s a misunderstanding that Eskimos have fifty words for snow.  I read recently that their language uses many different word endings to denote tense, mood, number, … Continue reading →

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