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Take Me Home
“I’m all out of patience, I don’t want to play this game with you anymore.” “I’m not playing any game, I’m telling you the truth. I’m trying to help you.” “Well then, just take me home.” “We are home.” My family and I moved into a house on my maternal grandparents’ property the summer before… Continue reading
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Debt & Doubt & The Blue Wall
When I was little I used to play tag with my cousins. First, we would rock paper scissors to see who was “it,” then we would name the parameters of the playing field, including the safe zone. In this space—which was usually the blue wall next to our back door—you were not allowed to be… Continue reading
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Train of Thought Gone Missing
I’ve never understood where ideas go. The whole “I lost my train of thought,” thing kills me. Why is it a train? And is it or is it not the train that took Harry Potter to Hogwarts? Why is it that when I get off the couch and walk 5 feet to the computer, I… Continue reading
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Search the Vehicle.
Yesterday I spent 15 minutes watching a car chase on TV. The man driving the car was suspected to be armed and in possession of narcotics, and was holding off the police in a grey Scion with only 3 tires. Spoiler alert: They caught him. But we never found out what was in his car,… Continue reading
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A Lactose Free Poem for Your Birthday.
Today is my sister’s birthday And as a result, the poems be flowin’. This one is for you Shortstack. . Natalee my Natalee, I hope you like this rhyme from me You’re used to them by now I’d think So enjoy this one and down a drink Not too many though because I don’t like… Continue reading
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Driver’s Ed (featuring Hot Dogs)
My brother is turning 17 this year (cue the forehead sweat and the urge to cry.) He has also just started Driver’s Ed. (Cue the nausea and urge to say YIKES) When he turned 15, he proudly announced he was 6 months away from being eligible to get his Learner’s Permit. “5 months.” “4 months.”… Continue reading
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My Tattoo
As some of you may know, I hiked Mt. Whitney this past August with a group of my family and friends. It was easily one of the most gratifying and inspiring experiences I’ve ever had. I honestly did not believe it was anything I could ever do. My dad had run the idea by my… Continue reading
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17 New Years Resolutions You Should Not Make
We’re all making New Year’s Resolutions. All of us. So don’t try to deny it. Everyone does it in their own way, whether it’s a quick set of mental checkpoints, or an extravagant list that’s typed, laminated and framed on the wall. We all take at least a split second to think about the year… Continue reading
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