Monthly Archives: October 2009
“Girl, put your records on, tell me your favorite song”
Some things change so quickly it’s hard to keep track. That’s a statement that can be taken in a million directions, many deep and profound. But what I’m thinking of today is popular music. My best friend has been in … Continue reading
Confession: I hear dead people (Part 2)
Do you ever stop to think about what a memory really is? Like exactly what it is that is sticking around our brains, how we store it, and how much detail we store? I sometimes wonder if memories, at least … Continue reading
Filed under Change, Confessions, Family, Loss
I love you like I love mashed potatoes
I love you like I love mashed potatoes. You’re both so tasty. If either of you is in front of me, I’ll always partake Because you’re both comfortable, And I’ll only hesitate for a minute When I remember how you … Continue reading
“Ooh child, things are gonna get easier”
It has been raining–hard–all day, with no end in sight. Since my car is in the shop, I walked to campus in my favorite boots only to find out that they’re leaking. Wonderful! But believe it or not, I’m not … Continue reading
“And just when you think it can’t suck any worse…”
“…it does.” I hate whining, at least outward whining. I have very little patience for whining from others–I like to think I provide a unique blend of tough love and optimism to snap my friends and acquaintances out of a … Continue reading
Filed under Change, Growing up, Loss
