Tag Archives: russia

From Russia with love—unexpected gifts and the open horizons of youth

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Kara Krauze

Last week I met Cynthia Ozick, stood within (almost) spitting distance of Meryl Streep, and received a surprise package from Russia.  First of all, I would never, ever spit at Meryl Streep.  She is amazing.  Since I first saw her … Continue reading →

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“Sex in Mommyville”—oh, Russia—oh, Polish soup

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Kara Krauze

A few weeks ago I saw Anna Fishbeyn’s wonderful one-woman show—yes, that’s the title, Sex in Mommyville.  Anna immigrated to the States from Russia at age eleven—this is more than just background; it informs the show in the best possible … Continue reading →

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A walk through Grand Central

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Kara Krauze

Back in the early Naughties (I love having an excuse to use that ridiculous term, and then I hate the fact I’ve stooped to use it), I was walking through Grand Central, with all its crazy bustle, when I caught sight … Continue reading →

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Welcome to triple decaf ~ the memory channel

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Kara Krauze

 Let’s start with what you’ll find here… Thoughts on memory—a lot—many personal, some general.  Mostly with a literary or psychological bent, with history, politics, current events insinuating themselves too. A channel is a tunnel, a passageway.  It’s also a … Continue reading →

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