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  • In which I feel all the stress.

    This morning, I was wracked with anxiety over something that happened in 1983. I was in third grade and, as youngsters of my ancient generation were wont to do, I learned cursive.…

    February 2, 2017 by

  • Like Kim K. But with less butt.

    I’ve become 1 of those women. Evidently, I now have a stylist. My Guy and I attended a gala benefiting the local children’s hospital. It was a party! For the children! In…

    February 24, 2016 by

  • Yes, I am a big spender.

    I have discovered the witching hour for grocery shopping. Obviously, the best time to shop is at 2 a.m. because the store is deserted with the exception of some drunks. They are…

    February 17, 2016 by

  • Oh, I’m on my way, I know I am.

    Ten years ago this summer, I spent a lot of time alone in a sticky home office. The window A/C unit that had been passed around the family since I was in…

    June 24, 2014 by

  • Call me maybe.

    Looking for a new way to feel completely demoralized and become sure that you’re a social leper? Might I suggest becoming a freelance writer? I’m working on yet another newsletter article for…

    January 8, 2014 by

  • Every gig has its perks.

    So, a few weeks ago, an angel from above directed an email to me. OK, not really. Well, sort of. I got an email from an acquaintance looking for copywriting help at her…

    July 31, 2013 by