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Shari

Posted on February 23, 2015 by anne

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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Spousal Rejection

Posted on November 10, 2014 by anne

I wrote a 900 word post this morning, a (hopefully) thought-provoking piece about the perils of our criminal justice system for those living with mental illness.  The whole thing was set within the context of a friend’s current incarceration.  Ace … Continue reading →

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Stuffocation

Posted on December 9, 2013 by anne

My grandma trashed three houses and two apartments, systematically filling them up with stuff until they were completely unlivable.  The Wisconsin Department of Health evicted her from one home on Christmas Eve.  Sorry ma’am.  This place is a health hazard. … Continue reading →

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