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I'm a a professional writer and editor for a media/publishing firm in Rapid City, South Dakota. When not writing, I enjoy vinyl records, lava lamps, photography, hiking, and Bloody Marys...not necessarily in that order.
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Breaking Up is Hard to Do
It’s always a joy to find an unexpected flamingo from an anonymous sender in your mailbox! Actually, there were two — a veritable mini flock, if you will. This ornament and an ice cube tray. I can’t wait to make… Read More ›
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99 Bottles of Beer on the Floor
It was yet another busy weekend. I swear, I say that all the time, but I feel like I never get any downtime. I mentioned this to my mom last weekend and she said when married couples both work full-time,… Read More ›
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Sunburn in the Third Degree
Today, Tara and I stopped by CenturyCo to decorate my office. You think the rivalry with my neighbor is over the top? Well, when there’s a company-wide competition with some great prizes on the line, I’ve gotta pull out all… Read More ›
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Mallrat
It’s weird going to work the day after Thanksgiving. That applies to any major holiday, really, but when the holiday lands on a Thursday it feels especially strange. Almost pointless. It’s hard to get into work mode when A) you’re… Read More ›
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Too full to write out a coherent post. Too buzzed to care. Even the title is generic tonight. I will say the turkey turned out exceptional, as always, and the side dishes were superb. Texted with both my kids, watched… Read More ›
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Syrup Traps
The people of Rapid City probably think I’m nuts, because chances are if you see me driving around town, I’ll be laughing my ass off…even when I’m alone in the car. I blame SiriusXM for this. After signing up for… Read More ›
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Flamingo-ho-ho!
Our house is lit, yo. And no, your eyes do not deceive you: that is a flamingo wearing a Santa hat, front and center. We decorated the yard ourselves but hired a guy to install the lights around the eaves…. Read More ›
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I’ve Got a Sinking Feeling
When I was a kid, I was scared to death of quicksand. I don’t know whether to blame Gilligan’s Island or The Incredible Hulk or one of the countless television shows and movies that portrayed people getting stuck in quicksand…. Read More ›
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On Dasher, On Dancer, On Peyton & Elway
A lot of you were interested to learn more about the cast iron pizza. I have to admit I was skeptical myself the first time Tara said she was going to make one, but they’re surprisingly easy and very good…. Read More ›
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Peace Offering
Our neighbor, Kelly (yes, that’s her real name), called a truce today. Or, at the very least, appeased us with cupcakes. She was kind enough to bring over this six-pack from Sweet Secrets Bakery in Rapid City. As far as… Read More ›
