Six Generations of First Born Women

Last night was RG's 41st birthday. During the day I went to Filene's to shop for a gift. Shopping in a place like Filene's fills me with a strange anxiety that nearly makes me physically ill. The men in my life joke about my consumerism. They think I'm a happy little shopper. Not true. Though I have... Sign in to see full entry.

Two young men came to look at the room last night. My current renter, George, will be moving out by the first of March. I want to get a new person signed up before we leave for Friedrichshof next Saturday. These two were a study in contrasts. One so nervous, repressed and twitchy - he seemed barely... Sign in to see full entry.

Frantic activity and borderline chaos has been the earmark of the past week. Last night was no exception. Bill was due about 6:30 pm. We had a dinner date. I got home from work a bit late. The phone was ringing when I got in. It's RG. While talking to him I'm rushing to get dressed. Had on... Sign in to see full entry.

Being away from the office for a few days allows you to forget what may be going on there in your absence. My assistant, David, had a tough time while I was in Atlanta. Bad news, no more dorm space for incoming students. The housing situation in Boston in general is very tight, but if you are an... Sign in to see full entry.

One of the perks of being the Dean of Admissions in an Art school is traveling around the country attending various "portfolio days" marathon events where hopeful, young, high school students, artists-to-be, lay out their hearts and souls to you. It is part of my responsibility to encourage and... Sign in to see full entry.