Grieving
Recently one of the most important persons in my life died. The circumstances around her passing were not quick or easy. The aftermath has been just as bad. Family squabbling made the process of...
View ArticleSurprise (part 1)
The intricacies of putting a loved one to rest are, at times, overwhelming . One specific instance for me, though, was enraging. I recently received a phone call from the cemetary, where my cousin’s...
View ArticleSurprise (part 2)
On a Friday afternoon, towards the end of August, I received a phone message from a woman who worked at my cousin’s employer’s Death Benefits department. In her message, she said she needed to speak to...
View ArticleDisconnect
For the past year our country’s economy has slowly spiraled downward. The effects are everywhere and the impact has been felt by many, just not me. As 2007 ended and 2008 began, my cousin Ella was...
View ArticleMy Tick
Ever since high school, the first time a major family member died, and I was old enough to be aware of it, I’ve developed a sort of “tick”. Each time my mother leaves me a phone message, and her voice...
View ArticleSometimes I’m Sad
I suppose anyone can write this post. I suppose someone else has already written this post. Today, I woke up sad, and it hasn’t changed much as the day has progressed. I’m all alone in my office with...
View ArticleWhile I Was Away…
…I turned 26 yesterday! Yeah me, now a year older, but feeling just the same. My birthday was quite relaxing. I accomplished nothing of great importance, which is how I like it. My SO and I didn’t wake...
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