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Friday, June 20, 2008

Tasha Tudor

Tasha Tudor passed away 2 days ago. She was the illustrator and author of several celebrated children's books. The first impression she made on me was her delicate illustrations for The Secret Garden, which I treasured in childhood.

This
is a really neat site that her family created as a memorial. It seems like she was a really interesting and lively woman. I would have liked to have met her. In fact I think I'd like to be like her when I am 92.

This will be me, in my kitchen: