I Love Mary Jane

I was a 3rd grader at Maximo Elementary School in St. Petersburg, Florida. This was the year a substitute teacher, Mrs. Bee, had a seisure. One of the scariest things I’ve ever seen but it did have a silver lining. The pretty teacher next door, I got to sit in her lap as a way to deal with my painContinue reading “I Love Mary Jane”

She’s Not the Kind of Girl Who’s Single For Long

We all know the girls I’m talking about. More often than not, expressing that a girl can’t go very long without a boyfriend is a comment about the girl’s character or level of confidence, and it’s not a compliment. Usually the statement is used in a way that says, “This girl is so self-conscious thatContinue reading “She’s Not the Kind of Girl Who’s Single For Long”

The Bachelor and Why I Won’t Be Trying Out For It

“Are you gonna take me home tonight? Down beside that red firelight? Are you gonna let it all hang out?” On the couch watching the season finale of “The Bachelor: Sean Lowe,” I think to myself how glad I am that I never applied to be on the show (though admittedly, I’ve considered applying before).Continue reading “The Bachelor and Why I Won’t Be Trying Out For It”

Easy Decisions on Election Tuesday

It’s 2012 and you know what that means, we elect a president for the next 4 years! For most, the decision on who to vote for is easy because you either like this guy: or this guy:  But for those who are still undecided, perhaps these easy choices will help you have enough confidence toContinue reading “Easy Decisions on Election Tuesday”

I Was 4 Years Old Again

When you have those rare moments that shut you up, what do you think about? When you’re not close to death, but your life flashes before your eyes, what do you do next? Are the experiences you least expect the ones you remember the most? I wasn’t expecting to get all nostalgic and deep tonight,Continue reading “I Was 4 Years Old Again”