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An observer of this world who reads, writes and occasionally does arithmetic

Summertime reading choice #1- “Bough Down”

I have read hundreds, if not into the thousands of books in my lifetime. Every so often we read a book that sinks into our heart, bone’s marrow and lodges … Continue reading

June 15, 2013 · 10 Comments

The birthday present Henry Rollins gave my son

As a parent, we try to find the right words for any given situation regarding our children. As a Mother, I have always tried to dole out equal amounts of … Continue reading

May 14, 2013 · 28 Comments

April is poetry month- “Bluebird” by Bukowski

It was only 4 short years ago that I was introduced to the works of writer/poet, Charles Bukowski. Since that time I have collected and read numerous pieces of his … Continue reading

April 3, 2013 · 31 Comments

Convertibles and Mary Jane

Sidenote: While trying to piece together something resembling a novella I remembered this time in my life. Each year in the springtime there was a local arts festival held in … Continue reading

March 27, 2013 · 38 Comments

Free Penny Press turns one

One year ago today this blog came into fruition. My first few posts were nothing witty or awe inspiring yet people were so kind and actually left some comments. Next … Continue reading

March 5, 2013 · 84 Comments

Gimme that ole time religon

Forward: This is not a post about religion, it’s about an experience I had with some fine people who attend a store-front church. I was baptized and raised an Episcopalian. … Continue reading

February 10, 2013 · 52 Comments

How Netflix broke my 3 year ban on television shows

I do not watch television. I gave up the one eyed monster a few years ago because the programming was full of boring, non essential reality shows or if best … Continue reading

February 4, 2013 · 72 Comments

Daily Prompt: Through the window

It’s early morning and looking out my window there is a blanket of fog. I see how quiet and peaceful the landscape looks and realize this is our day before … Continue reading

January 29, 2013 · 34 Comments

Some Sunday Po- Avenue A

sitting on this gray step worn old from life, i see the world at its finest dog on a chain hating his sports coat wearing owner who calls his wife … Continue reading

January 27, 2013 · 35 Comments

A few thoughts on raising a lone son among a tribe of women

My son would probably raise a storm if he knew today’s blog post was about him. No, I will not go into a Kathy Lee Gifford rant about how wonderful, … Continue reading

January 23, 2013 · 74 Comments
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