Author Archives: J. F. Booth

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About J. F. Booth

I am a writer and educator.

Don’t Fence Me In!

Posted on March 20, 2012 by J. F. Booth

“Good fences make good neighbors.” I’ve heard that line quoted so often –  usually with an undertone of moral rectitude – “I know what is best here, where the line should be drawn.” But there’s an ironic twist to our affection … Continue reading →

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Simple Pleasures

Posted on March 11, 2012 by J. F. Booth

Let me begin my blog with music.  Have you heard Paul McCartney‘s version of the 1935 show tune, “I’m Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter” ? In addition to the pleasures of  his singular voice, instrumentation and phrasing, … Continue reading →

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