It has taken me years to accept a societal truth that it is okay for me to take time for myself instead of giving every little bit…… Read more “How to find peace in Suburbia”
Tag: women
Zee Frenchman
Thirteen months ago, I began an affair with the Frenchman down the street. Unfortunately, not only does his wife not know about it, he does not know…… Read more “Zee Frenchman”
Prologue
My last post was an update on why I suddenly stopped writing. Then I stopped writing again. Since May 14, I have not written. Not because of…… Read more “Prologue”
Churn
Sometimes it is wide-open laughter; sometimes it is tears streaming relentlessly down my cheeks. Sometimes, my vision becomes laser-focused and blood-red in color as I weigh my…… Read more “Churn”
Faceless
A baby is born. It’s a girl! She is doted on; cherished and protected. Her intelligence is encouraged. Her stubbornness is admired. Until one day, her body…… Read more “Faceless”
Sugar, Cream, Vanilla, Chocolate Chips
And a splash of Crème de Menthe. Yum. I went to the doctor today and discovered that for the first time in maybe eight years, I gained…… Read more “Sugar, Cream, Vanilla, Chocolate Chips”
Movin’ on up: it ain’t easy
Hello World, This is my first podcast of many to come. Please forgive all of the “ums,” but I didn’t want to edit because it’s imperfect, just…… Read more “Movin’ on up: it ain’t easy”
A margarita above
The other day I had an occasion to wear one of the beautiful dresses hanging in my closet, waiting for just such an occasion to go out…… Read more “A margarita above”
Ponytail Mama 