Mornings on Maple Street

a collection of articles, stories, photographs, the Lewis Hine Project, and much more by Joe Manning

25 Words or Less

I think of these at the strangest times – at 3:00 in the morning, in the shower, on a long drive, or in the middle of a boring phone conversation. Perhaps they are words of wisdom; perhaps they mean nothing at all. At least, I keep them to 25 words or less.

25 WORDS OR LESS

I think of these at the strangest times - at 3:00 in the morning, in the shower, on a long drive, or in the middle of a boring phone conversation. Perhaps they are words of wisdom; perhaps they mean nothing at all. At least, I keep them to 25 words or less. Rivers may run to … [Read more...]

Dumb Ideas

I call this section Dumb Ideas for a reason that will become immediately obvious. I often think of these things during my wacky weekly breakfast conversations with my best friend in North Adams. Salad bars in funeral homes "While you're waiting, help yourself to our … [Read more...]

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