Category Archives: thinking in words

The Universe is Forming in My Head

My story has begun to coalesce into a muddy blur as I prepare to start my novel. There is a vague plan which I am sure will go through many changes. It will be more like trekking through the wilderness … Continue reading

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Dance to Your Own Drum’s Beat

Today I was on the elliptical trainer moving to the magical tones of Tool, thinking that the drummer was awe inspiring in a dangerous way, moving the music forward with extreme force and a little malice. This kind of driving … Continue reading

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Dark Dreams From the Real World

Yesterday I saw George W., The Decider (because that’s what he does), talking on tv. He was telling everyone how evil the present government in Cuba is (why anyone would believe anything this man says anymore is beyond me). Supposedly … Continue reading

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Alls Well That Ends Well or A Tail Chasing Tale

I came home today dragging and sagging and tense as all of our deadlines coincide tomorrow, every time I turn around at work there is something new on my to do list. Like my Punjabi colleague says about documentation and … Continue reading

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My Plans for November: Self-Experiment #4

Starting November 1 I will be writing a novel. This will be a totally new experience for me as my longest story to date was about 5,ooo words and written over 20 years ago. I have ideas forming in my … Continue reading

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