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Thinking Out Loud

Posted on 07/31/2007 by chick

Our fears die, usually before we do. That may be a good thing or a bad thing. It depends on how and when they die. Some fears die because we kill them. I used to be afraid to drive on … Continue reading →

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Ugh!

Posted on 07/30/2007 by chick

“It is what it is.” I hate it when people say that. Have you ever heard a more annoying platitude?

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I Got It Covered

Posted on 07/26/2007 by chick

I bought a slip cover for my Faithful Reader’s recliner, not because the chair is ugly, but rather because it’s leather and CATS + LEATHER = SCRATCHED-UP PIECE OF DUMPSTER FOOD You’d think that with a price tag of close … Continue reading →

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Retreat

Posted on 07/25/2007 by chick

When times get tough, I often retreat into a favorite book. That’s what I’m going to do now, though I won’t say no to a mojito or two, and if you know someone with a private beach, I’m all ears.

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Recipe for Happiness

Posted on 07/25/2007 by chick

1 Beautiful beach all to myself 1 Comfortable beach chair 1 Ice-cold mojito 1 Nothing to do Mix, enjoy, and use as necessary.

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Back in Black

Posted on 07/24/2007 by chick

I had a great time on vacation, but as we drove back to Real Life, I felt the mantle of depression settling right back onto my shoulders. There’s only one cure for such a black mood. A lobotomy. Just kidding. … Continue reading →

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Misinformed

Posted on 07/20/2007 by chick

People love to talk about hardwood floors. They’re supposed to be so great, but I’m living on hardwood floors and let me tell you something—they may look nice but they’re absolutely infested with dust bunnies. You can sweep and clean … Continue reading →

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Sperm of the Moment

Posted on 07/17/2007 by chick

Many years ago, I went on a date with a certain guy. I don’t know why. I wasn’t really attracted to him. Of course, chemistry or no, there came a point in the evening when he tried to kiss me. … Continue reading →

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Insistence

Posted on 07/14/2007 by chick

My Faithful Reader is insistent. Did you pack yet? Have you finished packing? Why aren’t you packing? Is your suitcase full? Did you remember everything? Go pack some more! I am relaxed. Yes. I have shoes and socks and shirts … Continue reading →

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Blue Funk

Posted on 07/13/2007 by chick

I may or may not have fallen into a trap, but I definitely fell into a blue funk. I didn’t cheer up until I thought of a plan that would allow me to avoid 16 hours of solo long-distance driving … Continue reading →

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