I admired his adaptability, despite knowing with some certainty how an informed fire marshall would respond. Living simply, seen in a broader context, can look parsimonious, even foolhardy. According to a recent news report on trends in America, more than a billion square feet of rented under-roof space is now dedicated to our storing unneeded stuff from which we cannot bear to part. What marvelous exercise it can be to release attachments, practice flexibility, and recognize true needs. I've learned curious lessons.
Turkey basting is less effective with a spoon.
With patience and persistence, the Internet may be used for research. No one has enough framed photographs of loved ones. It's hard to compute the library shelf-feet needed by a chronic bibliophile. His month is perfect time to trim back to the basics, recall hoopla that fizzled, honor with occasional surprise the stuff that survives, and visualize in raw, hazy form what might arrive to fill the void. Back to the top of this page.