I like to set every course of adventure with an intention. A purpose. A trajectory of meaning. Going on this cruise I intended to experience not only some desperately needed peace of mind, but clarity about ascending to a better place in life, and most importantly, developing a special bond with myself. When we boarded […]
April 30, 2011
Before I begin, I would like to address the questions posed to me by Kim, the funny, wise, and compassionate writer from FAST APPROACHING MIDDLE AGE http://fastapproachingmiddleage.wordpress.com/. In response to my last post, she turned all of my interview questions on me. So here are the answers: -At 8 years old I was very shy. […]
April 6, 2011
Now that I’m living with my parents, I’m no longer just living for myself. I have my mother’s pride and reputation to think about. So when she volunteer’s my services to her neighbor who needs a babysitter, I try to step forth in the best light possible. I certainly could use the money, but I’ve […]
April 1, 2011
My brother and sister left on Sunday. Despite the stress that’s caused from having everyone around, a bizarre melancholy takes its place when they’re gone. I found myself alone in my room embodying a peculiar silence. My parents went to the library for a talk on “Long Island Folklore” (it’s free). This peculiar silence followed […]
May 27, 2011
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