Category Archives: Personal

Celebrating 2017

I love the New Year. Honestly, it’s not so much about the fresh start as it is about the closed cover, the checked marks, the lid snugly fitted on the pot. I like to finish things. I like things tidied … Continue reading

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How to Love a World that Sucks Sometimes

Be still. Sit in a quiet room, alone, and stop moving. Get comfortable first, because, seriously, stop moving. Be still. Let your emotions be what they are. Rage. Despair. Fight. Grieve. Numb out. Give up. Stop caring. Feel guilty. Feel … Continue reading

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Summerness

Helllooooo out there! Wow, did you hear those echoes? I know, I know. I haven’t posted in quite some time. That’s because I’m taking an unofficial semi-hiatus. Without getting into too many unnecessary details, I’ll give you the short version: … Continue reading

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A Love Letter to My Critique Group

Dear Crit Group, I know you’re not the mushy type, but… well… I am, so let’s get this over with, shall we? You’re so wonderful. Not to get too cheesy, but you honestly are one of the best things that’s … Continue reading

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The Things a Picture Holds

This is a picture of my dad teaching me and my brother how to carve a pumpkin. He was a great dad. Involved, caring, a good teacher. You can see by the way I’m sitting on my hands and my … Continue reading

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