Notes on Being Human Archives - Page 20 of 33

What’s so special about Howard Street?

October 21, 2020 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

This year, riding a bike on unpaved Howard Street was precarious because of the deep ruts. Many homes on Ocracoke are still under reconstruction after Hurricane Dorian devastated the island in 2019, … Continue reading >>

New Release: Children’s Picture Book

October 7, 2020 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

The inspiration Many times my late mother suggested I write and illustrate a children's book. Every time, for whatever reason, I resisted. Until inspiration hit me. The scurrying ghost crabs … Continue reading >>

It’s Not the Same Old Vacation Spot

September 12, 2020 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Since 1985, when our youngest child was a baby, our family has vacationed on the beaches of Cape Hatteras in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. "Doesn't that get boring?" a friend asked. … Continue reading >>

Setting Limits in a Pandemic

June 29, 2020 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

What if your friends don't mask up? When visiting with friends during the coronavirus pandemic, most of us understand that “You are now swimming in the same pool with not just that person, but … Continue reading >>

Quarantine Experience Reviewed like an Airbnb-

May 25, 2020 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Today's post comes from my brilliant daughter The Washington Post asked their readers and staff to review their homes like a hotel during the coronavirus quarantine, "and they did not disappoint." … Continue reading >>

Happy Birthday Clementine

April 15, 2020 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Our protector See that round white object? It’s a welcome plaque from my late mother’s yard. I propped it up there against the back fence a few days ago and it completely freaked Clementine. She … Continue reading >>

Linda K Sienkiewicz

Writing life, line by line