When I was 21 my cousin, Caylin, was born and I was allowed to be in the room during my aunt’s labor. It was long and painful and beautiful and mind altering. When my mom and I left to get … Continue reading
When people meet our family for the first time, they are smitten with our precious Pearl. I think it’s her dimples. Or the way she puts on shows for the family. It might be her infectious giggle. Or her diva … Continue reading
And this last weekend I watched him play basketball like I do every Saturday. Two weeks ago he finally scored and since then he has been a different player: aggressive when he gets the ball, driving to the hoop each … Continue reading
Student This is how you use an apostrophe; this is how you use a semi colon; this is how you use a dash; this is how you analyze lyrics; this is how you analyze a poem; this is how you … Continue reading
Poems by C. Mattern What Have I Become? Today I spent one fifty on a few drinks and ignored homeless. That Time I Crashed a Family Reunion So I’m crying at Obama’s Inauguration speech, encased in a glassed wall, when … Continue reading
Each year I put together a list of books that I think friends and family will enjoy. This summer’s list is quite diverse, but all have special meaning behind the recommendation. To begin we will go with YA book recently … Continue reading
Twelve years ago my boyfriend, PQ, and I went over to our friend’s house for pizza. They thought I was crazy because I dumped Thousand Island dressing all over my pepperoni slice, but we chalked it up to being out … Continue reading
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Claire will turn 12 tomorrow and today presents a final look at 11. Although an introvert by nature, Claire shines when discussing her love for dancing. That shine resonates in the following images. Photos by Rachel Zimmerman.
Dear Mathia, I met you when you had just turned 5. It was winter and we all met at Grandma and Grandpa Mattern’s house. You were full of joy and curiosity. You sat on my lap immediately and helped calm … Continue reading
