Dian Duchin Reed

Lessons

The first time my sister and I return to our room in a small French hotel, it’s not late, but late enough for the outside door to be locked. We spend the night in a nearby café, sipping strong coffee and puffing Gauloises. It’s not nearly as romantic as it sounds.

teenage zest
the first taste
of escargots

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About the Author

Dian Duchin Reed is an award-winning writer whose poems, articles, essays, and photographs have appeared in many publications. Her books include Medusa Discovers Styling Gel (poetry) and Dao De Jing: Laozi’s Timeless Wisdom (translated from the Chinese). Learn more at dianduchinreed.com.

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