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Navigating Hell Week: A Glimpse into the Intensity of Theater Preparations
Y’all! Hell week for theater is no joke. I’ve been through many hell weeks with my youngest, but for some reason, this one kicked my butt. For those of you who are asking what hell week is, let me give… Continue reading
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A Mythical Store
Honestly, I would like a shopping spree in a store that does not exist. I want all styles of clothes, in sizes that actually fit me. I want this store to include some fetish wear, fancy dresses, nicer work options,… Continue reading
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Kathleen
My middle name was given to me in honor of my paternal grandmother, presumably for reasons my parents deemed significant. I adopted it for an entire school year, partly because I was weary of sharing a common name with so… Continue reading
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Rising from the Ashes: My Journey of Resilience and Survival
You’re writing your autobiography. What’s your opening sentence? I may fall a million times, but I will rise from those ashes a million and one. I’ve had a lot of downs in this roller-coaster of life, but I’ve survived every… Continue reading
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First World Items
What are three objects you couldn’t live without? Books. Always books. Caffeine – more specifically, Dr. Pepper. Something to listen to music on. Continue reading
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Navigating the Role of a Lifeline: The Emotional Toll of Supporting Those Facing Suicidal Tendencies
In times of crisis, I find myself in the role of a lifeline for those grappling with suicidal thoughts or supporting loved ones who are. It’s a vital role that can truly make a difference in someone’s life. But for… Continue reading
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Long Days and Sleepless Nights
It’s been a long few days. My car breaking down put us in a weird place. We only have one car, so without it, we have no transportation. We’ve had to rely on my father-in-law for rides for me and… Continue reading
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One of Those Days
Today, my youngest fell and got her head. I had lunch with a friend. I went to visit my oldest. My car broke down. The alternator died. I waited, in the cold, for hours for the tow truck, which is… Continue reading
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A Day Without Kids
If you could be someone else for a day, who would you be, and why? Honestly, I’d just be someone who has enough money to spend the day at the beach. Someone without kids. Just a quiet day to myself. Continue reading
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Not a Word, but a Specific Use of a Two Word Phrase
If you could permanently ban a word from general usage, which one would it be? Why? Fixin’ to. I don’t know why it bothers me so much, but it drives me crazy. You’re not fixin’ to do anything. You’re about… Continue reading
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