Originally posted on Braided Trails. John Kelly, a warrior in defense of the dignity of human life, died on November 14. He was an advocate for disability rights, and flowing naturally from that, he was against assisted suicide. He came to Concord more than a decade ago to say so to a legislative committee. IContinue reading “John Kelly, RIP: “We win when we show up.””
Author Archives: Ellen Kolb
Writer, activist, Granite State walker.
Becoming a Granite State Walker
Some time ago, a local writer interviewed me about the advantages of getting outside to walk on trails and paths and sidewalks. The resulting article sparked questions from readers, which prompted me to write about how I became a Granite State walker. I can hope this inspires soon-to-be-walkers everywhere. Getting started For someone who hasn’tContinue reading “Becoming a Granite State Walker”
In praise of opinionated friends
A few of us got together this week at a local café. The poor baristas hardly knew what hit their tidy little shop. Who could possibly be making all that racket, with crossfire conversations and laughter that might have set off the seismograph at the local library? Let’s see: one ex-rep, spending her summer onContinue reading “In praise of opinionated friends”
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