The last of them should be gone by now, Ernesto, the custodian, thinks as he turns the key and locks the suburban library’s two giant glass doors. The hollow clicking sound of the door latch in the empty soundless building gives Ernesto solace. At 35, he is in good shape, with an above-average build and …
Some Rings Have Power
What’s in a Name? The Brand! I was under the influence. Under the brand influence. Which brand? Tiffany’s. Marketed as a woman’s dream, the Tiffany blue box symbolizes luxury and prestige. A fantasy for those who can afford it or admire its beauty from afar. But is it accessible to the average woman? Like many …
Being “The Other Woman”
He proposed, but who is that other woman? I never took my relationships seriously. Heck, I couldn’t imagine myself in a long-term relationship. I spent the better part of my life on dating apps. My favorite expression was, “Next!” A child of divorce, I was skeptical of love and marriage. Which is why my surprise …
Street Murals: The Undiscovered Art Scene of CT
The Local Art Movement That Made It Possible Street murals and extraordinary forms of exterior art (think swimming pools, yes swimming pools) are gaining in popularity as a way to brighten up neighborhoods and add some color and vibrancy to the art scene. Check out these pieces of public art that are transforming East Norwalk’s …