Monthly Archives: June 2008
Twinkle Twinkle
The only warm place was next to the fire in the campground’s shelter. While my left side warms up, I talk to the person sitting across from. When we both decide we’re too warm, we switch spots-I warm up my … Continue reading
A Walk Through the Hood
It was propped up against the leg of a picnic table, as if someone had placed it there just for me. Crispy and whole: a dollar bill! I snatched it up, with a yelp of disbelief and joy, and looked … Continue reading
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Not a Morning Person
When I was younger, some mornings the only thing that would get me out of bed to go to school was the thought of the Lucky Charms cereal that was waiting for me downstairs in the kitchen cabinet. The images … Continue reading
Bibliophile’s Market
In the age of digital letters, nothing beats getting a package in the mail. This weekend, I got two! Great books to add to my collection (and my ever-growing “To Read” list.) The best part – they were free. All … Continue reading
Saving all profundity for the goodbye party.
Today is my much anticipated last day of work. My only feeling right now about it is a bit of regret in having to give back my laptop. Yes, I love my new MacBook, but I’m feeling kind of sad … Continue reading
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When Life Comes with Instructions
When I got laid off eight weeks ago, my initial reaction was two-fold: the visceral pain and shock and the entrepreneurial delight with opportunity. I knew where I wanted to go: a successful writing business that would make my old … Continue reading
Filed under Books, entrepreneurship, hard work, Opportunity, words, writing
