Maria Shine

1 month ago | cleveland.com | Maria Shine Stewart |Maria Shine

SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio – After a few health setbacks, I am happy to have resumed my morning walks with Happy. There is a lot to sniff out there. For her, a bouquet of earthly scents. Tor me, a tonic of fresh air. Whether we perambulate on two legs or four, two wheels or four – spring is invigorating. As you know – or will soon surmise – Happy is my four-legged friend, companion, and (starring in a newer role), private-duty dog.

Feb 10, 2025 | cleveland.com | Maria Shine Stewart |Maria Shine

I have written before about my love of Valentine’s Day. “The whole classroom smells like chocolate, and you get to see how much neater your printing is than everyone else’s.” Whimsical. A bit conceited. Choosing the just-right valentine for each student in the elementary grades was a pleasant early-morning ritual.