I hold the envelope in my long fingers and stare at the graceful, swooping letters of my name handwritten…
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Archives for May 2013
The Ebook Is No Longer Free, But…
I move my fork slowly out of my mouth, savoring every bit of my piece of pink frosted, rose-laden birthday…
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When Change Isn’t What You Want but What You Have
Today is the last day of school, and my blonde boy says in wonder, “Mama, can you believe we’ve been…
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The Sweet Truth About Your Tears
I’m sightseeing at Panera’s glass covered bakery when I see her out of the corner of my eye. She…
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Oklahoma
I haven’t lived in Oklahoma for eighteen years, but Oklahoma still lives in me. Carrying a heavy heart for my beloved…
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A Letter to All the Daughters: For When You Feel Out Rather Than In
Daughter, you turn double digits tomorrow, and you’re so excited about the big 1-0 you can hardly sleep. Every night…
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