Sharon Watts Writes

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Author Archives: DIRNDL SKIRT

What’s In a Name?

Unlike my mother, I have never named my car. I grew up with, and at sixteen learned to drive our family’s 1962 Buick Special, “Betsy.” Like our dalmatian Penny, “she” … Continue reading

February 9, 2015 · 1 Comment

Al Pimsler–A Man’s Men’s Illustrator

A dapper anomaly in those still shaggy post-Woodstock years, he walked with purpose and panache to the Saks Fifth Avenue offices where he took up residence at the drawing table. … Continue reading

January 15, 2015 · 10 Comments

HI Anxiety

As my departure date approaches, I tackle my “to do” list with what starts as self-willed calm. I have a week to get it all together, not only into one … Continue reading

December 15, 2014 · 3 Comments

Hannelore & Me

In the years just following 9/11, I was not looking for cultural escapism. My heart had been ripped out, shredded, burnt, and stuffed back into my chest cavity. I shrouded … Continue reading

July 30, 2014 · 2 Comments

Diner Coffee

she never had her tea leaves read instead the tepid shallow puddle of a refill (diner coffee) foretold overpowering youth’s refusal to believe in getting old. never in the a.m. … Continue reading

March 1, 2014 · 3 Comments