Elegie

Sometimes I feel like I could go days without seeing someone I know.

Playing With My Ding A Ling

Watching an older gentleman entertain himself by making the bells hung on my door frame ring by hitting them with his head makes me laugh.

Pretty White Flowers

With summer-like temperatures one day and winter like temperatures the next, the dogwoods that bloomed, seemingly overnight, are in for a harsh surprise come morning.

Flash

Driving home in the dark, you become acutely aware of how dangerous light can be.

Bah, I Say

There are few things more disheartening than getting your final semester all lined up and ready to go only to realize that you cannot submit it until the seventh of April.

No More Walking Around The House Naked, I Suppose

The possibility of a roommate has peaked both my interest and my curiosity, but I worry about the lack of privacy.

Sound Isolating Technology!

I am so excited about my new headphones (shiny metallic red with little skulls on them) that I am having difficulty sleeping.

Hot Chocolate Time!

You know it is time to turn on the heat in your house when you hesitate to change into 'warmer' clothing because you'll lose the heat you've already infused into the clothing you're wearing.

It's The Easter Beagle!

This is the first year I haven't slept over on Easter Eve at my parents' house and I'm not entirely certain how that makes me feel.

Damn The Slippery Moss

If you never see me again, it means I've been drug out to sea and captured my mermaids.

There Are Other Worlds Than These

The Gunslinger has infiltrated my dreams.

Seasonal Weather, How Unique

Spring is here and while I am thrilled about the reemergence of flowers and birds and whatnot, I could have done without the neon yellow coating of tree-sperm all over my car.

Harken Back To Days Of Yore

Walking with a lighted candle through the dimly lit hallways of the Cotton Exchange on a rainy morning makes me feel like I've slipped back in time.

The Double Guessing Of My Intentions

My boss' puppy has a malignant tumor and I'm afraid that every time I try to offer my condolences or support she might view it as a new employee just trying to make a good impression.

Be A Good Boy And Leave Mommy's Soul Alone

When you are alone in the house and you decide to sleep in on your day off, puppies sometimes start infiltrating your dreams.

Surprise Ending!

You wouldn't think that being fired would be the start of a new era of happiness, but that's exactly what happened.

Come With Me Or Be Left Behind

The warm weather tempts me to forsake all of my commitments and run to the water.

Meh, Furniture

Sitting on the floor makes me happy.

Mudding Makes Me Merry

In an age filled with 'next generation' video graphics, I find great pleasure in exploring text based worlds populated with images of my own imagination.

There's Gonna Be A Blackout Tonight

Tonight as I tried to fall asleep, I heard the unnerving sound of helicopters repeatedly circling the area around my home and it made me realize just how little we really know about what is going on in our own part of the world.

Water Soothes My Soul

I love the way my hair looks as it floats in the bath water, lit by the evening sun.

A Feeling Not Wholly Unlike Slipping Into A Favorite Pair Of Shoes

Having worked by myself at both of my new shops over the past two days, I can honestly say that I haven't been this happy in ages.

"Where Every Day Is A Holiday"

Working in the holiday shop feels delightfully familiar, not unlike slipping on a well worn pair of shoes or re-reading a favorite book.

Reminds Me Of A Queen Song

Sometimes all you really need is a day driving around town with your best friend.

I'm Surprised, To Say The Least

Within twenty-four hours, I've gone from having a job, to not having a job, to having two jobs.

Going Down, Down, Down

When Blogger goes down, it makes updating a journal on a daily basis rather difficult.

Cotton Exchange, How I've Missed Ye

My new life begins tomorrow and I cannot wait.

I'm Feeling Like A Lost Cause

I came to the coffee shop because I couldn't stand to be alone in the house that is always too small but now is far too large, but now that I am surrounded by people I realize that the one person I cannot escape from is me.

Now If Only I Could Figure Out How To Convert Free Time Into Credit Payments

Whenever I get frustrated about the number of hours B&N has allotted me, I need to remind myself that less hours equals more free time and that that is more important than money.

What Happens When I'm Discovered?

I've recently found myself attending Unity but I am having a hard time aligning myself with some of their ideas and I feel false sitting in the audience.

Garlic Is Our Friend

Buttery Garlic popcorn leaves much to be desired.