A list in honor of columnist

Columnist Mary Schmich occasionally writes lists about people, places and things that she wants to share with her readers. I compiled a list of things I miss about her writing when her column doesn’t appear in the paper:

1. Finding her column in the main section. It’s like waking up to see a good friend.

2. Her use of President Donald Trump’s own words to create one-of-a-kind rhymes to laugh at the absurdity of it all.

3. Her recommendations from flowers to wine to socks.

4. Her ability to expound on new vocabulary as it is developed from current events (“coronaclock”).

5. Helping us see things differently — like tree bark.

6. Helping us see people differently — like our neighbors.

7. Reminding us that people never (truly) die. Which reminds us to turn to them for advice.

8. Poems and excerpts that awaken one’s philosophical sense.

9. Her inspiration to me and, I believe, many others to read and be brave to write every day!

We are fortunate that Mary shares her gift with us.