Ben Wilder

Matrimony and El El in Nashville, TN

Hey there! If you’re reading this, chances are you’re a fan of music and boy, do I have a story for you! It starts with a guy who’s sort of a dork (me) catching 2 bands at Nashville’s 3rd and Lindsley (making me a little bit cooler?). I’d only heard of one of them fromContinue reading “Matrimony and El El in Nashville, TN”

A 5th Grader’s Habit

There are scenarios where having your tongue out is a good thing. For instance, when it’s snowing and you want to catch the snowflakes. Or if you’re Jordan. Or when the doctor uses that wood stick to “get a closer look.” So can you blame Miley Cyrus for letting her tongue hang out like a labrador?Continue reading “A 5th Grader’s Habit”

Never Pegged Me for a NASCAR Guy

It wasn’t that long ago that I scoffed at the idea of NASCAR being the sport with the most fans. All they do is go around in circles! I can’t imagine that being fun to watch. But then, for some reason my sister became a huge fan of Jeff Gordon. To say she’s a die-hardContinue reading “Never Pegged Me for a NASCAR Guy”

Becoming a Vegan

I’ve toyed with the idea of giving up meat, but only for about a half second. It’s not that I love eating chicken, or turkey, or burgers too much. It’s just that I can’t imagine only eating vegetables, fruit, and bread and only drinking water and juice. Vegans don’t drink milk or eat cheese either.Continue reading “Becoming a Vegan”

Since I Have You: A Poem

There’s not much about you I don’t like, you’re the coolest gal around. Even when I lose you in the night, as you chase a rabbit your nose found. I know you’re needy, but that’s not bad. You could be greedy, or have issues with your dad. I know you’re not a gold-digger. You’re moreContinue reading “Since I Have You: A Poem”