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Weak.

I played ultimate frisbee today. It was awesome. I love running and getting that ridiculous catch that no one thought you would get. I love scoring and watching the other team take the walk of shame.  The catch – I’m just not that good at throwing a frisbee.  My dad and I used to play frisbee when I was a kid – and by “play” I really mean, throw. I can throw if no one… … Continue reading

lessons from heartbreak

I can count the number of boys I’ve dated on one hand. I regret a lot of those dates, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t learn something. There are relatively few specific memories I can point out, but I do remember 3 specific phrases from boyfriends past that I think will stick with me for the rest of my life.  “Not every date is going to be magic.” This came after I was in an… … Continue reading

faith like a child

My neighbors set off fireworks from Memorial Day until Labor Day. And I complain about it to pretty much anyone who will listen. Tonight was no exception. I was thinking about how much I hated the smell of firework smoke in my neighborhood/house on my run tonight, when I saw two boys – both under 8 – sitting on their fence in complete and total awe.  The younger of the two boys saw me coming and… … Continue reading

Product description for the “Airzooka” Fun gun launches balls of air at your enemies Messes up hair, ruffle their clothes, blow away papers Needs no batteries, electricity, or ammo You know, for when your enemies only mortality is in perfectly straightened hair. … Continue reading

there’s nothing in life more terrifying than wearing a coat you’ve had since middle school and walking past 11 judgmental high school girls at Chipotle. except possibly slugs. ugh. slugs. … Continue reading