The Wife of Bath’s Prologue and her Tale in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales is taking up a good deal of my time these last few days. One of my beloved college students and I are actively taking on two literary critics in what her professor calls a “literary conversation” regarding the Wife of Bath’s feminism vs…
Author: lenleatherwood
I am a native Texan who has lived for the past 30 years in Southern California. I am a published author of both short memoir and fiction, a two-time Pushcart nominee, a nationally award-winning writing coach, an editor, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. In addition, I am the mother of three grown daughters of whom I am extremely proud, a grandmother of four darling children and the wife of a man I still love after 44 years.
Nico and Luna Visit
We had our grandbabies last night and for part of today. I’m surprised that I am still awake at 9:52 pm since I am usually worn out by the time they leave. This morning we got up early and worked on the Christmas tree. Here are a few photos of that event. Then we went…
Back Home
After spending the last two days in Ontario at the LA Episcopal Diocese convention where we elected a bishop on the eighth ballot, I am now happily back home with grandbabies visiting for the night. Nothing makes me happier than having these little tykes around so all is well in that regard. As for the…
At the LA Episcopal Convention Today Picking a New Bishop
I have spent the day at the LA Diocesan Convention in Ontario with several fellow St. Thomas the Apostle, Hollywood parishioners and clergy. We are voting on the next bishop for our diocese so this is an important time. We’ve had three ballots so far for the bishops and I am happy to say that…
Repost: Piano and Other Life Lessons
When I was growing up, I took piano lessons from Miss Virginia Baird. She lived in a brown-boarded two-story house on the corner of Main and 9th Streets, and she had at least thirty cats that lived in that great big house with her. Miss Virginia loved most to talk about what was happening in…
My Words at Sandra’s Funeral 5 Years Back
Five years ago, my sister-in-law Sandra Adams Leatherwood died on this day. Here are the words I spoke at her funeral. These seem fitting for today. *** My name is Len Leatherwood and I am Sandra’s sister-in-law. My nieces requested I say a few words about their mother today. Sandra had a quality that is…
Great Holiday Make-Ahead Dish
Now that we’re moving into the Christmas season, here’s another recipe to consider adding to your holiday table. This is one of those tried and true recipes that you can count on when you want something special. It’s slightly different from stuffed shells. A little prettier. INGREDIENTS: 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese 1 (10…
Thanksgiving Weekend
Ray and I are the last people at the orange grove after a bustling and happy event that started last Wednesday. At our fullest we had around 25 people and that number ebbed and flowed over these last few days as people arrived and left. We have cooked, cleaned, built fires, spatchcocked a turkey…
Heading to Cambridge in Fall, 2017!
I received a call today from my beloved writing student, Madison Stingray. She said, “Len, I know you’re busy with college essays, but I just want to let you know that I was accepted at Cambridge University for my Master’s degree in archaeology. I start next fall.” This young woman has been my writing student…
Fabulous Orange Cookie Recipe
Granddaughter Luna and I made this cookies today. They are tried and true and great for the holidays. Of course, fresh orange juice from the oranges in our grove would be best, but you can use any oranges you buy in the market. These cookies are light, orangey and delicious. Happy holidays! Orange Cookies Adapted…
20 Minutes a Day 