Category archives: Nonfiction
Day 60: It’s all over
“It’s like waking up from a dream.” Today should be Day 60 of the hardest breakup – the hardest season – of my life. It should be Day 60, but it’s not. Because – wait for it – Nathan and… continue reading »
Egotism
“I want people to see me and think: that girl got dumped, but subsequently lost a ton of weight, gained confidence, and lived a pretty sweet-ass life.” – Me, about ten minutes ago — Every day is a crossroads. Every… continue reading »
A secret astonishment that you are strangers
Yesterday I ran into an old boyfriend of mine, Luke — remember him? Him: “Didn’t we break up at a Wendy’s?” Me: “Uh, yes.” Him: “Over Ashley?” Me: “Uh, yes.” (A girl broke up our relationship – go figure.) Anyway,… continue reading »
When a relationship is a tomb
I need a reason to let go An intervention, a lullaby Something to cure me Please believe me I’m trying to find truth in words In rhymes and notes In all the things I wish I wrote ‘Cause I feel… continue reading »
Sinead O’Conner’s “Nothing Compares 2 U”
It’s been seven hours and fifteen days Since you took your love away I go out every night and sleep all day Since you took your love away Since you been gone I can do whatever I want I can… continue reading »
28-day goals, revisited
Christmas was two days ago, which means my 28-day goals should have been accomplished. Well, let’s see about that: Goal #1: I will read the book of Isaiah. OK, not so much. I got through 9 chapters before getting… continue reading »
“Mexico N-O” by Campfire OK
Don’t walk out This time I’m willing to compromise You and I are one Hold me close, like I was a child again And you were the mother I lost I know you’re not well But I don’t care Let’s… continue reading »
“Did I Make You Cry on Christmas Day? (Well, You Deserved It!)” by Sufjan Stevens
I’ve been waiting a long time to post these lyrics! This is dedicated to my goal to not cry on Christmas day. — This time of year you always disappear You tell me not to call You tell me not… continue reading »
I know how you feel
This is dedicated to my friend Jeff, who doesn’t read my blog. — I can’t tell you how many days it’s been. Forty-some? I don’t really care anymore. For the most part, I know I’m healing. God is answering that… continue reading »
Day #2 at NIPR
Today was even better than yesterday over at NIPR. Not only did I get to swoon over British Guy, I got to do some audio editing. I know Dr. Perry is proud of me, usin’ my Radio Production skills and… continue reading »