Racing on Yale
Orange Car–Where did you come from? Yale is a speed zone in my area. I slammed on my brakes. Burnt orange sedan, shiny. I noticed its two-toned paint as it sped in front of me. I watched as it weaved...
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Driving Temper I inherited a temper. At least, that’s my family’s belief—we pass these traits along genetically. I try using my mettle for good, but sometimes, annoyance gets the better of me. And,...
View ArticleYes, To Bravery.
I’m here. And it’s been too long since I’ve posted. https://youtube.com/shorts/PsbXjGgwVwk?feature= I don’t want to forget myself or stop feeling my spice for life. If I’m angry, I’ll raise a fist. I...
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People Watching
Do you enjoy guessing what people are doing, where they live, or what their bad habits are? Do you people watch? I do it to pass the time. Who are these people? Are they going to work or playing a...
View ArticleSquirrels
There are subtle cues in the universe that alert you to surrounding issues. Be aware of them. It’s not always a reason for panic, but awareness is necessary. The book The Gift of Fear speaks of us...
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Love in Cuchara Pass
I’ve wanted to share part of my Colorado trip, but I haven’t taken the time to organize my thoughts. Sometimes you have to do it. Organize later. Off the highway in Las Animas County, Colorado, my...
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Ugly
I was at a stoplight, and the light had turned red when the pickup truck behind me decided that stopping was not convenient for him. He found space to pass me and ran the red light. I know I seem like...
View ArticleThe Thing About Neighbors
I was walking into my complex and overheard a conversation inside my downstairs neighbor’s condo. Not strange, except she lives alone. I paused in my curiosity. Yes, I’m nosy. “You don’t appreciate...
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Privilege and Guilt
I have been embarrassed by my whiteness, my richness, my entitlement. Embarrassed, ashamed, repentant. Inside I was apologetic, not wanting anyone to think that I believed that I am better than...
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The Borders and Two Flags
Rainbow flag flapping in the wind with blue skies and the sun. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) This week we filled the sky with waving flags, but it isn’t until next week that my country celebrates its...
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And I’ll Say It Again, In All Humility
Here is an updated version of an earlier post In All Humility and Arrogance, I Say…. SEPTEMBER 6, 2009 Maya Angelou once said, “When someone shows you who they are, believe them.” I used to be foolish...
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My Salute to the Restless
Should we discuss IQ? It seems to be a sensitive subject to some. A while back, during a casual chat on social media, I got into a discussion about intelligence. Bad move on my part. No cookies for me!...
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Lost, Forgotten, Ignored? Does anyone care?
No one wants to feel like the lost toy. Forgotten. We hate to be misunderstood. It hurts. I called my doctor’s office this week. My neck was in a muscle spasm and my head was hurting. I’d actually left...
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A Book is a Book is a Book, Even if it’s an Audible
art by suzanne gibbs I find myself in this same position a lot. It’s the one I found myself in when I was in religion. I dislike it when people take words and interpretations so literal. I think they...
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Don’t Be Foolish. Don’t Be Stupid (Satire)
It’s foolish to work hard at something and not get paid much. If you get paid squat, you know everyone else is looking down at you. They despise you and make fun of you. If you work hard at something,...
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The Odd One
Luna Lovegood My favorite characters are usually the odd ones. Just a bit off beat. They’re likely not the girl to be invited to the party, but not because they’re hated, or ugly, more likely because...
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The Thing You Didn’t Say
I have a proneness towards being involved. I’ll just state that up front, so you’ll know exactly where I stand when you read the second paragraph. It comes from being raised in a small town, in a small...
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Expectations vs Reality
There is a Taoist story of an old farmer who had worked his crops for many years. One day his horse ran away. Upon hearing the news, his neighbors came to visit. “Such bad luck,” they said...
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Pebbles in My Shoe
Some people seem like pebbles in my shoe. I’m walking along and all is fine. Dang it all, but there is something in my shoe. I pull off the shoe and brush out the offending pebble. With the shoe back...
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The Rhythm of Life
In yoga, movements are measured by breath. Breathe in as you raise your arms, breathe out as you fold forward. Yoga is not about bending your body into a pretzel so you can impress someone. Yoga is...
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