Tag Archives: World Trade Center

We may be a family of turkeys…

Posted on November 28, 2014 by sheilawill

I’m “grated full” — as one of my U.S. history students years ago wrote — of gladness on the day after Thanksgiving (boo black Friday). Dan joined me in Jersey City for my favorite holiday, despite the cold, icy rain … Continue reading →

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Jersey City rocks!

Posted on November 24, 2011 by sheilawill

Strolling down Bright Street I spotted an end-of-fall red- and gold-leafed tree interspersed among solar-paneled poles that power the street lights. I’m impressed, never seen that before. Jersey City has a splendid boardwalk bordering the Hudson River with the most … Continue reading →

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Long ago and far away: Sept. 11, 2001

Posted on September 10, 2011 by sheilawill

How can I not write about 9/11? My New Yorker magazine arrived in the mail yesterday with its solemn but lovely cover commemorating the tragedy. More security is evident in NYC than any time in the past 10 years. I’m … Continue reading →

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