Farting Around

Farting Around We were driving home through Virginia post-Thanksgiving, and my husband was talking about his truck's failing transmission. The garage in Virginia said it would cost $6k to replace, and he hoped a local mechanic could do better. My husband spoke of rebuilding the transmission, the hours of labor, and the possibility of a … Continue reading Farting Around

How I (Never) Learned to Surf

How I (Never) Learned to Surf Y’all, this is my best story, and I hate to give it away for free. Suffice it to say, you’re getting a bargain here. Considerate it your early Christmas present, a gift nearly as valuable as a shattered surfboard.The summer I was fifteen, I wanted to learn how to … Continue reading How I (Never) Learned to Surf

What doesn’t kill you

What doesn't kill you These blog posts could be considered memoir, and I've heard it said that memoir should be 90% truth and 10% lies. What part isn't true? The part that you don't like, of course, I promise. Whatever part you find most offensive, disturbing, or unbelievable – that's the 10%, so just relax … Continue reading What doesn’t kill you