John Malone
Wimbush’s Luck
Wimbush reports to Dunkirk where the squadron is being re-equipped with new Sopwith Triplanes. Seven of their comrades have been killed, wounded or captured by German pilots flying vastly superior Albatros D III’s. On February 15th they proceed to the aerodrome at Furnes in West Flanders, ready to go back to war more »
Short-Circuited
There are times when I’ve actually missed the old strictures. It’s hard to figure out what’s appropriate to wear to a 6 p.m., under-the-tent wedding (the bride’s mother wore an elegant silk dress: the groom’s mother wore a dressy tank top and flowing gauze pants, and both looked lovely). It’s tricky to know about a brunch/shower at a restaurant, never mind a reception for the governor when it’s held in a college cafeteria. more »
CultureWatch, April 2009
Lords of Finance, apart from being a wonderful lesson in international monetary economics and finance, is a page turner. No Room for Doubt
will appeal especially to our readers as it shows how one remarkable
senior woman who overcomes the odds and achi… more »
Sailing, Part One
John Malone writes:
"It wasn't until we began sailing in weekend races at the Pymatuning
Yacht Club and won the handicap trophy that Papa stopped trying to be
in control and let me handle the boat my way. We were notorious for
having loud argume… more »