Category Archives: sad things

Awkwardness at BlogHer (Reliving the Misery)—Part 1 of 5

The first day of the BlogHer conference, I had no idea what to do with myself. I know that wardrobe anxiety is common amongst BlogHer attendees every year, but not for me—I was far less concerned with what to wear … Continue reading

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The Secret Life of Flies

Today there was a fly in my house. It was having a nervous breakdown. I was standing in my kitchen chopping lettuce for a salad when an unfamiliar noise caught my attention. It was kind of like a fly-buzzing sound, … Continue reading

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Let this be a lesson to me.

Oh, my friends. Have you ever known somebody who died well before her time? It’s a most unfortunate experience. I can say that because, as of last weekend, I know how it feels. ********************* Memories. She had an infectious laugh. … Continue reading

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Scott Hamilton: Without You, I Am Nothing.

***This post is in conjunction with the sports-themed Spin Cycle over at Sprite’s Keeper. Click here to read more of the sportiest spins on the internet.*** It’s not often that I notice huge cultural differences between Canada and the United … Continue reading

Posted in Canada, change, failures, fiascos, I hate change, mediocrity, oh brother what next, sad things | Tagged , , | 13 Comments