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[17 Nov 2009 | One Comment | 141 views]
Thanksgiving, Not Just Another Day.

I’ve been in a funk the last few days.  Creatively anyway.  I’m not sure if it’s writer’s block or just general lack of interest in 99.9% of the happenings.  So, I’m forcing myself to write something (anything), hoping that I can get my proverbial juices flowing.
Now,  what to write…
Oh I …

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[15 Jun 2009 | No Comment | 57 views]

I think I’ve uncovered a life long mystery.
I walked into the lunch room at work today.
(Normally I go out, or bring lunch and hide away in my office)
The smell was overwhelming.
But, once my nostrils adjusted to the poignant stinch, a sense of familiarity overcame me.
The over cooked plastic.
The burnt styrofoam.
The …

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[16 Jul 2008 | 2 Comments | 51 views]

The countdown to move is on.  5 days. 
I must be the world’s biggest procrastinator.  I have piles of clothes left to wash, and then pack.  I still need to go visit my grandmother once more before I leave.  I’ve got to thoroughly clean my current living space – which could …

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[15 Jul 2008 | No Comment | 27 views]

I’ve spent a great deal of time over the last few weeks visiting my family.   My grandfather’s lakehouse is quite possibly the best place to relax and reflect.  It’s so quiet and peaceful, but can teeter to the boring side after a few hours. 

 
I’m definately a city girl. Without a …