Category Archives: Reading

Book Bans: Violation of Democracy, Freedom and Minds

Posted on April 25, 2024 by msw blog

Re: “Book battles are raging nationwide. A WA library could be nation’s first to close” [Aug. 13, Local News]: I taught children for 47 years (primary, middle and high school science). My first reaction to reading about a vote to … Continue reading →

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Manners

Posted on April 9, 2024 by msw blog

A recent query from “Perplexed in Suburbia” asked why people under the age of 50 don’t return friendly “hellos.” I posited that this might be a regional issue, but also asked readers if my generation has raised a generation of … Continue reading →

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Education: The Humanities Have Value

Posted on March 28, 2024 by msw blog

I love the Op-Ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader Re: “Student Voices: The future may … Continue reading →

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Real Life Rants

Posted on March 21, 2024 by msw blog

RANT to movie theaters offering pitiful “senior discounts” of only $1. Come on! That price break was the only reason I agreed to get elderly. RANT to doctor’s offices, who upon checking in for your appointment, not only want your full name … Continue reading →

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Friends

Posted on March 12, 2024 by msw blog

I’m so fortunate to have two very dear friends, though they are not friends with each other. Lately, both have had a lot of discord but inevitably stay in the status quo while making increasingly questionable choices. I have hit … Continue reading →

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