The other day I did a socialize with some of my Humanities colleagues. (I am proud of myself.)

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“I’m sorry, Dave. I’m afraid I can’t do that.” Very glad I got my son interested in 2001: A Space Odyssey. Now he wants to read the book.

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Starting my “Writing about Literature” class by having students react to a John Donne sonnet.

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West Side Story Maria Montage

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Carolyn as Maria in West Side Story

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From Mrs. Lovett two weeks ago to Maria this weekend, I am so proud of this girl. Support the arts in your community! West Side Story #tonight #GeyerPAC A post shared by Dennis G. Jerz (@dennis.jerz) on Aug 9, 2018 at 8:21am PDT Similar:Stage Right's "The Secret Garden": Performing with My Talented Daughter This weekend…

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Christopher Robin made for a pleasant family outing.

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