We woke Monday morning to a heavy snow drifting in unexpectedly, as the weatherman had confidently declared our area might see a light rain. Even the snow looked confused. Cow pastures? Eighteen Baptist churches in a 1-mile radius? I’m far too gentile to just go landing on any old Wal-Mart! I thought we were headed for … Continue reading »
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Chasing Pavement & Suspected Predators
Several months ago, I attempted to shake my fat funk by amping up the old exercise routine. The “amping up” was relatively easy, as simply flexing my arm while eating ice cream would be a vast improvement from my static norm: cigarettes and coffee while reading about weight loss. My older sister helped to spur … Continue reading »
I’m not a woman. I’m a MOM.
Today I decided to take the advice of a million fellow bloggers and take part in Mama Kat’s Pretty Much World Famous Writer’s Workshop. It is a fun way to share and read new things. Definitely helpful for those years moments when writer’s block smacks your brain and renders you thoughtless. Pick a prompt (newbies posted on … Continue reading »
Lollypalooza: Less Music, More Pap Smear
It might have taken me a little time to work up the nerve (15 months past due), but I gave in and set a doctor’s appointment for Tuesday. After having a baby, moving, and creating umpteen other excuses (It is too windy. I need to eat a snack.) the moment had come for me to … Continue reading »
Dusting From The Fetal Position
I knew a girl who sucked her thumb. It was oddly charming at first, this twentysomething, collegiate Library Dweller plopping a thumb in her mouth as she tapped a busy pencil against the table with her free hand. If you passed by her quickly you’d think she was eating a lollipop. It wasn’t until I … Continue reading »
