Fear of the Firsts

There are a number of firsts this year, despite it being my ninth year teaching.

One Little Kiss

Let me tell you, it is difficult to be “zen” when your dog decides to start licking your extended and open palm.

A Forgotten Town

Today’s Slice of Life writing comes from inspiration I had while driving south to see my sister and her family. I don’t mind long drives because it gives me time to listen to audiobooks or podcasts or just reflect on the scenery as I drive. It can be dull, but sometimes you drive through little […]

A Storm Rolling In

All I could see as the storm rolled in was the darkened sky and the wind moving the leaves of the trees — green shifting through an entire spectrum of its shades. I watched, leaning back in my chair, tucked safely under the awning. I suppose lightning could still strike me — but the storm wasn’t […]

A View from my Balcony

Now that the weather is reaching that spring-time sweet spot of partially cloudy-to-sunny and cool without being cold, I would like to enjoy the outdoors a bit more from my balcony. Thus, a cleaning has been prompted. I step out onto the small balcony of my apartment, big enough to hold two lawn chairs and […]