my day off
I gave myself the day off today because I care about my health. I called in last night, making the excuse that I needed to stay home today with my … Continue reading
none but You shall wield the power rightly
Whole lot a’ judging going on, folks. And I get it. Judging is a way to categorize, a natural human inclination that aids our survival. So we commonly judge and … Continue reading
I stand with Standing Rock
I let this happen. We all let this happen. Every day that I get in my car and drive our kids to school and drive myself to work and drive … Continue reading
why Not My President is Not My Protest (rewrite)
I respect the voters who elected Donald Trump to be their representative in Washington DC. It didn’t start out that way. In the beginning of his bid for Republican nominee, … Continue reading
Remembering when America was Great
I was born in 1980. My parents were part of the back-to-the-land movement in Northern California. We had 40 acres, an incredible community of like-minded young people who were helping … Continue reading
it’s the most annoying freaking songs ever recorded Time of Year
If you do or have worked in retail you’ll know what I mean. Even if you just shop in retail stores you can quickly get a feel for how annoying … Continue reading
I talk to myself
Out loud (but quietly, of course). All the time. I talk to myself when I’m cooking in the kitchen or doing the laundry. I talk to myself when I’m at … Continue reading
I survived my first black friday…
… as an employee. I just thought I would let you all know. I’m still alive.
this is not the line for parenting advice
I work in a mid-sized retail store where I am sometimes cashier at the register. Parents come through my line – okay, mostly moms – with happy little children – … Continue reading
first week at my new job, caution TMI about menstruation
Ladies and dudes, it just so happens that it is impossible for me to recount, in a meaningful way, my first week at my new job without also giving Too … Continue reading
The Honking Goose 