Category Archives: Scenes From My Life

Outtakes and Vagabonds: What does it mean to be an American?

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Naomi

It’s a national argument that seems to erupt in periodic waves. One year nobody’s thinking about it, the next year, bam. Flag-waving, flag-burning. The non-historic pledge of allegiance…or not. Birth certificates. Standing with (or without) hand over heart for the … Continue reading →

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Outtakes and Vagabonds: Do you remember “Red Rubber Ball”?

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Naomi

No reason you should. I do, though. I was there, more or less, when it was written. Music Choice reminded by by playing “Red Rubber Ball” the other day on their Golden Oldies channel (1829, Verizon), and I said to … Continue reading →

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Scenes from my life: The once, now and future of birthdays

Posted on November 29, 2022 by Naomi

Years ago, a birthday brought a special sense to me, a frisson. The feeling something unspecific but good would happen. Not gifts. Not appearances by some exciting person — although that has happened, but never turned out to be more … Continue reading →

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