I have been pondering who is to blame for the misconception of the “normal” American Family that we all struggle to overcome when our own families don’t quite measure up. Okay, forget the “don’t quite measure up.” Let’s call a spade a spade: Our families look nothing like the
I blame the TV show "Father Knows Best". Even the title infuriates me. As for painting life, I prefer the life painted by Maxfield Parrish... realms of enchantment and beauty and fun.
Great essay, Christine. By the way, have you visited the Norman Rockwell Museum in Lennox. It's really fascinating! And while you're there, visit Edith Wharton's "The Mount." xo
Like ever depressed comedian, Norman Rockwell was painting life as he wished it to be.
I blame the TV show "Father Knows Best". Even the title infuriates me. As for painting life, I prefer the life painted by Maxfield Parrish... realms of enchantment and beauty and fun.
Great essay, Christine. By the way, have you visited the Norman Rockwell Museum in Lennox. It's really fascinating! And while you're there, visit Edith Wharton's "The Mount." xo