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This Isn't My Eighth Grade Odyssey

At least it doesn't look it. 

One of my junior high memories is reading The Odyssey, or at least having it assigned to our class. I'm sure I read some of it, and also pretty sure that I didn't finish it. I vaguely remember the story and I think even if I had completed the assignment my thirteen year old self wouldn't have fully understood it. 

But I was still very excited to see a giant Trojan Horse on Broadway this afternoon. The premier of The Odyssey film is taking place a mile from home and even though it was another VIP event I wasn't invited to, I was excited to see all festivities and the Trojan Horse that filled up one lane of the street.  


The Trojan Horse of Broadway

While I didn't finish The Odyssey in 1963 I'm looking forward to seeing it this summer. I think I'm ready for it. 

I'm off to Maine tomorrow. I'm looking forward to cooler air than New York -- we're back in the middle of 99 degree weather -- views of the ocean and one of my favorite ice cream stores. There will also be catching up with friends, lobster and fresh corn from farmstands. Time will go a little slower and I'll breathe a little easier. What a treasure!

Take care, friends, and keep cool. Enjoy a lemonade or iced coffee and hope your days, too, go a little slower.  

As ever, thanks for visiting and take good care. 
 

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