Leaf Litter from the Family Tree

The leaves from our deciduous forests are turning yellow, or brown, and dropping with alacrity to the ground.  They carpet every surface--grass, water, rocks, moss, driveways. For years I have used the family tree metaphor to structure my genealogical research.  Only today did it strike me that leaf litter can also be an inspirational metaphor, … Continue reading Leaf Litter from the Family Tree

By 2 o’clock

Deadlines are my friend.  Deadlines are my friend.  Deadlines are my friend. 2 o'clock.  That is my latest deadline. Computer time--1:39. Twenty minutes to sift through my busy brain  and find some compelling story or intriguing information that is worthy of a reader's time. I got nothing. Or maybe I am just procrastinating a bit … Continue reading By 2 o’clock