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I’ve never been one to make a big to do over my birthday. Even as a kid I remained low-key on the subject. As long as my mom made me a banana cake with cream frosting, I was good. Recent world events have changed my mind. On July 22, God willing, I’ll celebrate another birthday. So for the next seven days I’m posting tales of … Continue reading IT’S BIRTHDAY WEEK
…”pain” doesn’t have to hurt, it just has to taste good because means bread. Continue reading THE LANGUAGE OF FOOD
With twelve days remaining before I set off for Paris, I’ve been hard at work studying French on Duolingo. I am officially in a panic. Indeed, I’ve learned over two-hundred-fifty words. I can say “I want” (je veux) and “I have” (j’ai). I know how to say phrases, such as, “I have three cars” (J’ai trois voitures).” But, I’m not certain that will help me … Continue reading IT’S THE TWELVE DAYS OF PARIS
The impetus for my upcoming Paris trip is just fulfilling a lifelong dream. I’ve always rejected the concept of “A bucket list,” yet I am conscious of wanting to start this next chapter of my life before …well, I kick the bucket. My mom was a tough woman. A smart, fiery, determined woman who loved her kids with the ferocity of a mama lion. She … Continue reading DAY THREE: I’m trying
Only 20 days until it’s “sayornara.” Um, I meant to say, “au revoir!” Continue reading DAY TWO: Studying for Paris
