Monthly Archives: February 2015

Shari

The ribbon candy arrives every December in a decrepit orange VW bug, swirls of radioactive corn syrup contorted into impossibly long curlicues, one infinity symbol stacked atop another.  The candy is hard, hard enough to cut your gums.  You’re supposed … Continue reading

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The Ace Transducer

My husband, Ace, doesn’t believe in Valentine’s Day, says he doesn’t want to be manipulated by our consumerist culture into professing ebullient emotions in a manner befitting an extrovert.  Those are my words.  He’d say, “I don’t like it when … Continue reading

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Crush Confessions

Shaun Cassidy stole my innocence.  I sat in one of the twin beds at my grandparents’ house, tucked into the mustard yellow sheets with bold black and white splotches.  I sat and I realized for the first time that normal … Continue reading

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Here’s What I Wore – part two

In honor of Groundhog Day (the movie), I present the second annual “Here’s What I Wore.” Woke up to “feels like minus six degrees” today!  Refreshing!  I have no memory of my breakfast.  I lovingly crafted a wholesome meal for … Continue reading

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