Category Archives: introspection

None of This Means Anything Except Everything

I think there was a bit of a misunderstanding yesterday; it should come as no surprise to any of you that I can’t seem to make myself clear anymore.  It’s like, unless you’re a mind-reader, don’t even bother trying to … Continue reading

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This is the Song That Never Ends.

In the office {next to our bedroom where I’m typing this}, Poor Kyle is humming the tune to Jason Mraz’s “I’m Yours,” which is already about as sweet as it can be, but Poor Kyle adds in all kinds of … Continue reading

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The Day With the Positive Outlook

I am at a particularly fortunate age in my life; I am at an age that fits.  A lot of people, young and old, long to be what they are not.  Teenagers may wish for the freedom and independence of … Continue reading

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I’m a Regular George Orwell (But Without the Smut).

**This post is a contribution to the weekly Spin Cycle, sponsored by Jen at Sprite’s Keeper.  This week’s topic was creative writing.  Swing by her site for more of the most creative words on the web.** Question (from Anonymous): This … Continue reading

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Change Came.

…Maybe it’s the fact that I couldn’t remember a time when it wasn’t winter; perhaps it’s simply because I’d been feeling stagnant lately.  No matter what the reason, the fact was this: I needed change. And when I say “change,” … Continue reading

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Summer is Dead

Several months ago I accompanied Poor Kyle on a road trip to Dwight, North Dakota.  You read it correctly—the place was called Dwight. The little town quickly became the second Dwight to claim a piece of my heart. What a … Continue reading

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A Typical Day at University

I’m inside, sitting at a desk, staring out a window and wondering why the sky has so many black splotches in it…when I realise it’s a window that hasn’t seen a washing since the day it was installed… Image from … Continue reading

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