Linda DuCharme: Writer

Vermont Public Radio

Robert’s other rules

March 6th, 2007

As commentator Linda DuCharme prepares for her town meeting, she’s reviewing the UN-written rules of town meeting etiquette – ones that you’ll never find in Robert’s Rules of Order.

Lights

December 10th, 2005

‘Tis the season for outdoor lighting displays, and every town has at least one house that seems to go all out – to the delight – and occasional consternation – of the neighbors. Commentator Linda DuCharme remembers one Christmas of the latter sort.

Five Months from Now

August 19th, 2004

On a really hot summer day, commentator Linda DuCharme likes to think about: January.

High School Reunion

June 23rd, 2004

Graduation time is also reunion time. Commentator Linda DuCharme recently attended hers.

Winter Walks

March 6th, 2004

After the bone-chilling cold of recent weeks, commentator Linda DuCharme is going to be especially happy to see the return of spring this year.

Caught Napping

January 21st, 2004

Commentator Linda DuCharme says that cold winter days are a perfect time to work your technique in the fine art of the nap.

Memories of the First Day of Scool

September 2nd, 2003

Commentator Linda DuCharme remembers how much she used to look forward to the first day of school.

Memorial Day Memories

May 27th, 2003

Fifty years ago, Memorial Day in commentator Linda DuCharme’s home town was an important event.

Christmas Traditions

By Linda DuCharme

It always makes me cry. We always have a “no rules day” on Christmas. That means you can eat leftover roast beef for breakfast and stay in your jammies all day.

Memoir

Noteworthy

By Linda DuCharme

Did you know you could look up sample thoughts for almost any event for inspiration? Like “I’m so sorry so-and-so flunked out of college. It was quite a surprise, as he appeared to be relatively intelligent. But think of all the money you’ll save. Best wishes…..”