Tag: Conversation
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The Island Flamingo: Chapter 12
Several minutes pass while I watch the shoreline and marina become smaller until they evaporate. The view becomes nothing but blue sea and sky, the shadows of seagulls flying toward the beaches. My hat flops around in the breeze, so I hold it down with one hand. Louis remains quiet for some time; the only ... -
LET’S CELEBRATE!
This winter season in Wisconsin where I live has been relatively mild. At least until January 2019 reared its head. I feel like I have been living in a tundra environment for the past few weeks. Snow is coming out of our ears, literally. The dream-like winter wonderland is a myth, folks. On the inside ... -
Hilarious and Real: John Moe’s Podcast “The Hilarious World of Depression”
In the past year I’ve really gotten into podcasts, especially those about creativity, feelings, and self discovery. I especially appreciate podcasts that can make me laugh. I stumbled upon a really great one called “The Hilarious World of Depression,” and it’s changed not only the way I think about mental illness as a whole, but it ... -
Conversation With A Ceiling
Asking the galaxy, “Does he want me?” I glare up at the desolate sky above– or is it just me, casually making conversation with the blank ceiling in my bathroom again? It then responds with, wrinkled fingertips in lukewarm water. Flat buzz of a fan, no revelation. Brewing desire, a clueless boy, ...