Cappuccetto’s declaration of independence echoes the author’s own struggles with inherited clutter. Nonna Antonietta’s hoarding habits, a mix of thrift and sentiment, often clashed with the author’s desire for simplicity. A generational divide, perhaps, or just the chaos of love. La dichiarazione di indipendenza di Cappuccetto riflette le difficoltà dell’autrice nel gestire il disordine ereditato.…

The beloved matriarch inspired this character. A woman of generous spirit, but questionable culinary skills. Her offerings, a mix of thrift and love, often raised eyebrows. Yet, her impact on our family is immeasurable. We wonder: who would we be without her? A question that warms the heart, despite the occasional digestive … adventure.

The tale’s genesis was a casual conversation with my sister Rosmunda (pseudonym), who asked for a party idea. I suggested telling a tale. Inspiration struck when I read Koyo Kouoh’s phrase:”don’t seek others’ castle, build your own house”. Memories of my sister’s illustrations of Little Red Riding Hood and a niece’s bunny-ears hat did the…

Author’s Note. The following pages are an attempt to clarify, in a semi-serious manner, the meaning and “behind-the-scenes” of certain passages in the tale “Cappuccetto Rosso (Coniglio)”. With the assistance of artificial intelligence, I have sought to reconstruct the genesis and intentions of this text, taking liberties where necessary. The result is a semi-autonomous work,…

Ah, che mondo strano! Da un lato oggetti levigati e tondeggianti, come le mie formaggette preferite. E dall’altro un quadro vissuto e raschiato, com’era il viso della nonna dopo una lunga giornata di lavoro! Le fotografie catturano questi due mondi e li avvolgono in un unico cadavere, come il quilt di Val Grey Ward che…