Every year I make a list of New Year's Resolutions. Sometimes I keep them, sometimes I don't. I still enjoy making them, though. There's something about the new year that screams fresh new start and this year I'm all about making a fresh new start. I've found myself entering the new year single, equipped with... Continue Reading →
Paris
Over the last few days, the world has mourned the Paris attacks. I've been silently watching the events unfold. ISIS is as organized as a beefed-up, world-wide mafia and that has many people uneasy. No one knows where they will strike next.My Facebook feed has been full of reactions. Many have changed their profile picture... Continue Reading →
I Smell Fall
The windows are all open in my townhouse and the only sounds are the sounds of the wind rustling through the trees and the gurgle of water in my fish tank. It's quiet. It's peaceful. It's a little reminder that it's okay and necessary to just sit and be.I haven't taken much time for myself... Continue Reading →
My Aquarium
It’s quiet in the apartment tonight. Kiddo has gone to visit folks for a couple of days and I’m snuggled up on the couch, crocheting and enjoying the quiet sounds of the aquarium. The cicadas are in full force outside and I can honestly say that I’ll be glad when they’re gone. That particular noise... Continue Reading →
My Last Week as a Graduate Assistant
It’s almost 11 pm on a Sunday night. I should have been in bed, asleep, half an hour ago. But here I am, typing away at my computer, trying to sort through my mountain of emotion. At least I’m under the covers. Tomorrow starts my last week as a graduate assistant at CREP. CREP has... Continue Reading →
Dr. Robinson – My Opinion
According to the University of Memphis website, over 2,400 people work at the University of Memphis (over 900 of which are faculty members. The campus includes over 21,000 students and spans 1,600 acres. Why, out of all that space and all those people, was I one of three students picked to be interviewed about a... Continue Reading →
A Southern Girl and the Confederate Flag
I've been following these stories for the last few days and this article comes pretty darned close to how I feel about the Confederate flag. I used to love the Confederate flag as a kid. I dated a guy who had it proudly displayed in the back of his truck (y'all DO remember tall Wayne!).... Continue Reading →
The Wacky World of Financial Aid
I've spent the last six years navigating the sometimes confusing world of financial aid. What has gotten me through it? I push, ask, pester, and research until I figure something out because despite my moments of sheer panic, ultimately, failure is not an option for me.I'm stubborn that way.This last round with financial aid, though,... Continue Reading →
Memorial Day 2015
Here in the Grand Ol’ South, there is a season for everything. I’m of the opinion that food traditions should be treated like clothing. One should never wear white shoes after Labor Day and one should never fix potato salad before Memorial Day. I’ve had plenty of other traditions for Memorial Day over the years,... Continue Reading →
O Christmas Tree
When I was growing up, we would go to my Grandma's house every year for Christmas. I remember lots of people, lots of food, and lots of football on TV. I loved it. One of Grandma's traditions every year, though, was putting up the Christmas tree. While other homes were spending hours picking out the... Continue Reading →
My Mosaic Life 