christmas

Bug

I’ve been dealing this week with a stomach bug that manifested itself on Christmas Day, causing me to not enjoy the festivities nearly as much as expected. Friends, pay attention to health. This tummy bug is particularly pernicious. Dehydration is a real threat. I told my dear friends the Joneses that I’d take care ofContinue reading “Bug”

On Christmas Day

On Christmas Day, a poem by Clement Paman (d. 1664).

White Christmas

For at least 34 years now, I’ve included a ceremonial singing of “White Christmas” in my holiday recitals and choral concerts. This year was no exception. From the December 10, 2023 voice studio recital:

Missouri Botanical Garden

On a most perfect late autumn afternoon last week, I took a long walk at Missouri Botanical Garden. The holiday train display is up! And the Japanese Garden was an oasis of long shadows and quiet stillness, dormant, full of hope of life springing forth again. One week later (well, earlier this week) I attendedContinue reading “Missouri Botanical Garden”

Christmas 1965

My mother’s edited Christmas letter from 1965 —

Christmas tree

The tree is in a new position in the house this year, sitting just inside the living room instead of in a corner like usual. I got to decorate in all-around (for the most part) this year. Treasured ornaments from my life and travels:

Christmas tree

Muny Holiday

I caught the Muny Holiday troop in performance last weekend. The show is spunky and energetic and lively and so much fun. Six of my private students are in the group. Here are shots of Adaeze, Gavin, Tatum, Landon, Kiki, and Thomas.

Decorated

Casa Carter is in-process decorated for the holiday season . . . .

Home

I am home for Christmas, this Christmastide . . . . Spending time with people I love, and a certain little dog too. Resting and reading and being at peace. And remember: Christmas isn’t over until January 6!!