The Midwest Writing Center’s March Calendar is Positively Bursting

Note: yes, I realize we’re into the second week in March, but my left hand has carpal tunnel and my right has trackpad wrist. Take care of your hands, kids. The Midwest Writing Center in Rock Island, Illinois is one of the cornerstones of the arts community in the Quad Cities. All year long, they…

Disillusioned at the Farmer’s Market

I’m feeling very Dr. Seuss today, if Dr. Seuss were more cynical, had an iPhone, and lived in Iowa. Two Mute Youths Two mute Youths follow the Farmer through the booths of fresh produce, Corn, tomatoes, snatches of herbs, rosemary, basil, potted flowers, and clean-cut bouquets, honey comb, and home-baked bread. Two mute Youths wearing…