Monthly Archives: February 2012

Franz Kafka and Me

by Mrs. Sabraw Sometimes, when you are sure that your experience is unique, it helps to read the classics. My students used to moan and roll their youthful eyes, eyes full of whim and mischief, whenever they saw a stack … Continue reading

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The task at hand in San Francisco

by cheri block Tomorrow morning at the time when baby hummingbirds are first opening their teeny eyes and revving up for a day of vibration, I too will be up. Tomorrow morning in the darkness, I will quietly take my … Continue reading

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Literary Criticism at LAX

by cheri block My daughter Sara (also an English major and teacher) called me to make sure I hadn’t gotten into any trouble at the airport. “Hi Mom, how’s it going down there?” ” Ahh, Sara, the usual cast of … Continue reading

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Simplify at the Getty

by cheri block I toured the Getty Center on Tuesday after a long limo ride from downtown L.A. Maroun did his best to entertain me while in transit, getting off the blocked artery known as the Santa Monica Freeway and … Continue reading

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