She waited at the bus stop every day at the same time, hat in hand, face down-turned as if in prayer. She waited for someone who would never show up, not that she ever lost faith. Others would pass by her at this time, she was definitely noticeable, but no one dared to stop and … Continue reading From the Vault: Vigilant (from 2/12/12)
You know the age old debate that drives a wedge between friends, relatives and neighbors alike. It splits families apart as if they were tissue paper. No, it’s not religion, or politics, or even favorite sports teams. It’s a musical battle royale, except no music is being sung. It’s Stones fans vs. Beatles fans, and … Continue reading Stone Those Beatles (and Their Little Fans, Too)!
Ah, political correctness, the buzz phrase of the late 20th century. It seemed like everyone was dying to be PC, and at the same time no one approved of being PC. How could that be? Simply put, because no one wanted to admit what everyone already knew: that being PC for PC’s sake was just … Continue reading Sam’s Weekly Water Cooler Musings: On Being PC
“But I don’t speak Russian,” he told her as he looked at the sign above what appeared to be a tavern. She looked at him in puzzlement because it seemed she only spoke Russian. Shaking her head, she tried a different approach to get him to understand. “Я хочу вам правильный путь. Я хочу вас, … Continue reading In Tongues
It’s a misnomer, that being alone means being lonely That having people around means you’re never alone Because when you drive off a cliff you affect others One by one, they topple like dominos It’s a bold-faced lie that they tell you in kindergarten You know, the one about always being nice That good comes … Continue reading Alone and Lonely
So, I was talking with my therapist the other day about how I feel like I make friends easily, but they have the tendency to disappear. She said it might have to do with my intensity, and I recognized that for a truth right away. I do have a predilection for being loud, gregarious, spirited, … Continue reading The Friend Analysis
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