Please say hello to JJ...she was my teacher and mentor in my freshman year at Smith. Her brother Tom and I became friends. JJ inspired me to organize a voter registration campaign from Smith to NC; I think Tom (and maybe JJ) and I went to the Poor People's campaign together, though now Im not sure whether maybe it was different protest. Lisa Adamson, Lake George NY
Excellent article and interview. This story about J.J. Wilson and the Sitting Room is fascinating. And to think, it's right here in our very own Sonoma County, California! I too am a beneficiary of J.J.'s scholarship and wisdom, wit and generosity. The Writing Room in the library has been an inspiring haven to me for the past several years. Thank you for this important (and well done) story, Iris.
Please say hello to JJ...she was my teacher and mentor in my freshman year at Smith. Her brother Tom and I became friends. JJ inspired me to organize a voter registration campaign from Smith to NC; I think Tom (and maybe JJ) and I went to the Poor People's campaign together, though now Im not sure whether maybe it was different protest. Lisa Adamson, Lake George NY
Oh this is such a wonderful connection! I’ll definitely tell her hello!!!
Terrific piece! So glad you spotlighted J.J. and the Sitting Room. Inspirational and iconic in so many ways. I'm long overdue for a return visit....
Thank you so much!
Excellent article and interview. This story about J.J. Wilson and the Sitting Room is fascinating. And to think, it's right here in our very own Sonoma County, California! I too am a beneficiary of J.J.'s scholarship and wisdom, wit and generosity. The Writing Room in the library has been an inspiring haven to me for the past several years. Thank you for this important (and well done) story, Iris.
Thank you so much!