Her presence surrounds me, her memories warm me, she will forever remain in my heart. Elsa Anna was my Gram, a year ago today I honored her the best I could at her funeral. Family gathered, sorted through photographs and details, while sharing hugs and love. I dreaded that day. My Gram made everything betterContinueContinue reading “Elsa Anna”
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Work Perks
It was a cold conveyor line removing bad apples, bagging the good. The ground was hard, the Macintosh scented air in that damp warehouse sunk into my bones, but there is someone I will never forget; the woman with the duct taped sneakers. My heart felt so sad that she didn’t have the money toContinueContinue reading “Work Perks”
Edinburgh’s Magic
It’s exhilarating to touch down in a new land among various accents of the world, and immediately immerse into the fabric of a new culture; chatting with locals, exploring crevices that suit my curiosity, until my legs ache and my belly is full of local fare and drink. My belly full of haggis and scotch.ContinueContinue reading “Edinburgh’s Magic”
Bean's Dream 