A Tree for Love and Luck
When I started planning my last (?) holiday tree, I tried to think about the energy we need for 2022. What can …
Gratitude Tree
Having covered Fall themes with my Squirrel and Halloween Trees, I struggled with the plan for November. Should it be my favorite …
Keeping Burnout at Bay, One Holiday Tree at a Time
“Is that a Christmas tree?” the Dean of the College of Arts and Letters asked me during a Zoom call. “Absolutely not,” …
The Great Halloween Tree of 2021
It’s spooky season, ya’ll. FINALLY. Bring on the pumpkin everything and the spooky decor and soon, the candy hunting munchkins. I can’t …
Celebrating Fall with a Squirrel Tree
Slice. Slice. Slice. “What are you doing over there?” Mr. T asked, askance, peering over from the living room couch. “Cutting out …
Saying farewell to summer with an Under the Sea tree
Over the summer, I had the immensely good fortune to visit my best friend and beloved nephews (who refuse to stop growing …
The Airplane Tree: An Ode to Oshkosh
When planning my summer holiday trees, July’s theme was an absolute no-brainer. How could I not make an airplane tree in honor …
Happy National Donut Day!
During the early getting-to-know-you days of a semester, my students quickly learn a few vital things about me. Chief among them? My …
Anna’s Cinco de Mayo Tree
At the end of 2020, I decided to keep the Christmas tree up until pandemic lockdown ends, decorating for each new holiday. …
My Eggstravagant Easter Tree
What a difference a year makes. I recall last Easter as a bewildering affair, where instead of sharing sweet treats with family, …