364 days ago, I was putting the finishing touches on my blog layout. I was nervously composing my first post, and thinking about all the things I hoped that my blog might become. I fantasized about things that seemed nearly impossible at the time, like getting 5 comments on a post, and maybe making a [...]
I’ve often said that my personality type is somewhat of an “extroverted introvert.” I need a balance between social interaction and being a total hermit. In my early 20’s, I often found myself out a lot—if friends were doing anything, they knew I’d be there in a heartbeat. I’d continue my pattern of late nights [...]
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The dreaded Valentine’s day week is upon us.
I have a confession to make: I freaking love Valentine’s Day. Weird? Maybe. I love the pink and red (my two favorite colors, especially together!) that spill out all over stores. I love all of the cute cards and fun stuff. I love the idea of [...]
As you may have read, Wednesday night was the BIG NIGHT where I got to see and meet the amazing Dooce. And, I’m happy to say that I had a successful meeting without embarrassment.
No matter what happened, it would have been a success, solely because it was a Wednesday, I got to leave work [...]
Maybe it’s because I’ve always loved school and wanted to be a teacher, but I’ve marked time by school year for as long as I can remember. I first saw this done on one of my favorite blogs, Holly Burns’ Nothing But Bonfires and this concept is also mentioned in incredible Maggie Mason’s No [...]
Since we’re in the process of getting to know one another, what better way to do (besides read my About Me) than do the quintessential viral meme of 25 Things About Me…
1. I haven’t vomited since I was 14 years old. I don’t plan to ever again. The noise, smell, thought, imitation, etc. of throwing [...]
I hate doing anything for the first time. I really, really like to be old and practiced and experienced.
Good thing this blogging thing isn’t new for me.
While I realize I’m a bit late to this whole “have your own website” deal, I’ve been journaling since I was seven. I started blogging in 2004 [...]
