Hey, Norman! How ‘Bout Us? by Karin Kascher
First published: December 1995 Tiny Lights Publications paintings by Norman Rockwell photographs by Karin Kascher They’re back! The holidays. One of Norman Rockwell’s merrily contented families enjoying a delectable feast pops into my mind when the approaching festivities are mentioned. I can see someone’s Uncle Bob, sober as a judge, carving the succulent, evenly browned beast with white paper tassels atop the plump and juicy drumsticks. His calm and blissful expression is emulated by all the eager guests seated around the perfectly set table. And who should appear through the swinging kitchen door but sweet Aunt Dorothy, white-haired and rosy-cheeked, wearing her simple, dark blue dress, dotted with tiny pink roses and a neatly starched apron. She is proudly presenting her freshly baked pies to the sounds of oohs and ahhs, and respectful squeals of delight! Come to think of it, when did dear Aunt Dorothy find the time to single-handedly ...
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Happy holidays!