by KP | May 30, 2017 | Ceramics, Education
On the day I returned to teaching ceramics after almost leaving the studio for good, Ben arrived after school, eager to learn to throw a pot. When he departed a few hours later with clay on his shoes, he left me with much to consider about my approach to teaching. Ben...
by KP | Oct 3, 2016 | Social Issues
A week ago today, my identity changed. In a peaceful, wooded spot, surrounded by trees and dappled sun, I watched as the vet hooked up a catheter to Yale’s neck, then injected the serum that would end his life. His head lowered as I stroked him. It had already been...
by KP | Sep 11, 2016 | Ceramics, Education, Journalism, Social Issues
On the morning of September 11, 2001, all the color had drained from Kim’s face when she flung open the office door. She came from the residence hall’s community center, where there was a TV that always seemed to be on, even when no one was watching. Out of breath,...
by KP | Aug 24, 2016 | Education, Random, Social Issues
Without [farm], where would we be? Tied in barns, tied to trees, left inside or outside to starve, injured, lame and in pain, blind, or standing in the kill pen waiting for our death sentence. Waiting for our final ride to the agony of a cruel and undeserved end. What...
by KP | Aug 8, 2016 | Social Issues
Saturday 8.6.16 Here’s what I want to remember about traveling to Ireland, in case I ever have the opportunity to do it again: Whatever the cost, take the direct flight. My route: Uber to Paoli Station, Paoli Station to 30th Street Station, 30th Street Station to...
