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My blogging is sporadic at best but sometimes after a long walk, or a long day, or a long nap, inspiration strikes. I would write these thoughts down anyway, but instead of a sticky note or the back of a shopping list, I put the words here. Bonus, I can add a picture.

  • The Vulnerable Writer

    I have a quick routine of gathering bits of news before I start my day. Just a wee few headlines so as not to stomp on my muses and go back to bed. After all, it is around 3:30 in the morning. A couple weeks ago, in one such quick glance, I spit-take my coffee…

  • Treating Ourselves by Treating Ourselves Badly

    I slide into my side of booth, the tattered vinyl seat catching on my pants, and settle into a funky egg joint for breakfast. For an A.M. writer like me, I’m not often out of the house for breakfast, let alone dressed before noon, but today is special. Today is our anniversary and where else…

  • Handmade Gifts

    Each year I try to make gifts for everyone. That’s the puzzle. Even as they are opening their packages on Christmas morning, I’m thinking, “What should I do next year?” Now I still end up buying stuff because frankly that purchased gift is simply more suitable and it’s all about the other person, right? But…