Notation of Time Fuels Lewitt’s Late-Life Writing Drive
At 86, Albert Lewitt begins writing ten short tales of his life with weekly workshops led by Kristin Trainham at The Nottingham Retirement Community. His wife Rita, a lifelong critic, and son Philip, who teaches English in Japan, influence his memoir-like work. Lewitt, recovered from a stroke six years ago, continues despite tremors, cherishing family and memory.
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Onondaga Community College
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Recording Stories Helps Seniors Preserve Lives
A Nottingham staffer types seniors longhand stories while Ecker plans tape recordings, noting family traditions of oral storytelling. Trainham praises tapes after guiding her father to record his life stories before his 93rd birthday and death in October, leading to a comforting sense of ongoing presence.
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Dr. Scholl's Sandals Return Amid 90s Fashion Revival
Dr. Scholl's sandals comeback mirrors 70s hip huggers and bell bottoms as fashion pivots to retro footwear. A company spokesperson notes the revival aligns with a simple, sleek sandal trend, tying into New York designer collections and a broader revival of retro styles.
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Urich Battles Cancer While Hosting New ABC Series
Robert Urich, fighting synovial sarcoma, remains upbeat and active. He travels through Miami for treatment, swims and walks the beach, and continues to work on projects including hosting the ABC medical series Vital Signs. The program profiles doctors solving real medical mysteries, aligning with Urich’s outlook and ongoing recovery.
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