my thoughts on life
Tides of Life
One of the things I love about the beach is the constant, dependable, soothing rhythm of the waves. Even though a storm can make the waves high and crashing and overwhelming - the underlying tides...
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So Dr. Who is a Female
I confess, I'm a little bit mystified at the reaction to the announcement that the new Dr. Who is a woman. I saw the trailer and thought, "cool", though I admit I haven't really watched...
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Hot Summer
It's summer and it's hot (surprise!) here in North Carolina. Heat brings a slowness to my life that I both dislike and welcome. I always think my summer will be a time to be both...
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I Took Her for Granted
Nine years ago today, June 13, my mother died. It was unexpected and a shock, though not unanticipated. She had survived breast cancer three times, but the treatment that prolonged her life eventually took it....
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Confidence and Emily
I met a friend for lunch yesterday at McAlister's Deli. We were co-workers before she took a position in another city and I miss seeing her every day. We hadn't gotten together since around Christmas,...
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