Series: Pennsylvania Women
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Diamonds Are Forever
As a teenager, I played for the Rangers, a scrappy Little League baseball team in my hometown. My heart was set on third base—the hot corner—but being a lefty made it a tough fit. Left-handed players at third are rare,… Continue reading
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Always And Forever
History is often shaped by the accomplishments of prominent men, whose legacies have been immortalized in the names of towns, streets, and corporations. Take, for instance, Schwenksville, my adopted hometown. The town was named after George, an early pioneer who… Continue reading
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The Pretty Crazy Girl
I was living in Astoria, a vibrant neighborhood in Queens, when I first discovered Roosevelt Island. Nestled along the East River, the slender island offered a stunning view of the iconic New York City skyline. At one end, an aged… Continue reading


