Comments for Fine Lines

Comment on Fine Lines Mourns Evangelina “Gigi” Brignoni by Susan Martens

Susan Martens — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:32:25 +0000

I was very, very sorry to hear about this loss. My deepest sympathies go out to Gigi’s friends and family, to her UNO students and colleagues, and to all the members of the Oxbow Writing Project.

I was just reading back through some emails from Gigi and remembering her boundless energy as the Oxbow was getting started. The last time I saw her was on the Renegade Writing Marathon during NWP/NCTE at Disneyworld. We ended the evening at Gloria Estefan’s gorgeous club, Bongos, outside under the palm trees and neon listening to salsa and talking about dancing and writing.

She had an amazing and generous spirit and a deep commitment to teachers, to writing, to the mission of the Writing Project, to language, and to life. I feel fortunate that I was able to know her and work with her. She will be missed!

Comment on An Interview with David Martin by Jerry Nutter

Jerry Nutter — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:14:38 +0000

David,
I loved your speech class story of yourself and Mrs. Ahern. It was wonderful in all the right ways. Your experience of frustration and then growth, at the “hand” of a great teacher–such a nugget to share; the epistemology of resonate wisdom.

Jerry Nutter

Comment on I’m Sorry Mom by Shannon

Shannon — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 03:59:38 +0000

Great Job mom! As I was reading, it took me back a few years and I can picture Megan and I downstairs like it was yesterday. We were just too cute to stay mad at. (haha) Again, great job and congratulations!

Comment on I’m Sorry Mom by Joan Madsen

Joan Madsen — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:18:16 +0000

Karen thank you for including me. What a great read that every mother can relate to, mine was a cherished cherub bath stand that held the decorative soap and extra cloth.

I loved it.

Comment on I’m Sorry Mom by Patricia Ellyn Powell

Patricia Ellyn Powell — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:15:49 +0000

Concise and sweet! Clear and descriptive. Karen is clean in her work. It is connotative for me. I like the flow and the pleasant style. I always appreciate not knowing exactly what the destination is while knowing that I have a place on the train…as it carries me through the story. It made me sort of examine my own conscience. I think I was too harsh today with a student I was tutoring. She brought no materials with her…and I fussed. This story speaks of all those things that we put out there that we may never take back. It teaches us not to put them out there. It models good parenting…hits the mark! Thanks, Karen! Hugs!

Comment on I’m Sorry Mom by Rhoda Galgiani

Rhoda Galgiani — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:29:37 +0000

Beautifully written story as many of us Mother’s have experienced. Many of the ‘I’m Sorry’ situations are repeated throughout our child bearing years as we have learned from speaking to other Mother’s. Heartwarming, enjoyable reading. Lovely publication. Karen O’Leary tells it how it is! Thank you for posting this article.

Comment on I’m Sorry Mom by Karen O'Leary

Karen O'Leary — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:51:03 +0000

Dear Editor Martin,

Thank you for posting my short story. What a wonderful surprise! I am grateful for this opportunity.

Sincerely,
Karen

Comment on Seasonal Thoughts on Darkness and Light by David Krueger

David Krueger — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:56:22 +0000

Thanks for submitting you thoughts on “darkness.” It reminded me of my days on the farm when I would have to walk to the milkhouse and the barn in the dark. Even though I knew the way everything was different in the dark, as you said, mysterious.

Blessings,
David