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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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When Potlucks Go Awry
It’s been an interesting week at CenturyCo, capped off with a visit by the fire department this morning. This is what happens when potlucks go awry. Could’ve been worse, though: at least our building didn’t burn down. The close call… Read More ›
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Sugar Cookies or Powdered Doughnuts
Since a lot of you have been wondering (okay, maybe only three people asked), the lady-who-might-be-a-hoarder’s check cleared the next morning. Whew! Not that getting stiffed out of $30 would have sent me to the poorhouse, but it was the… Read More ›
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Craigslist is Rarely Worth the Hassle
In 2006, the moment I separated from my ex-wife and moved into my swanky bachelor pad, I bought a brand new TV. Seriously, like, that day. She got the TV in the divorce, which was fine with me. I’ve always… Read More ›
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No Joe
Yesterday, I thought I’d make a pot of coffee for the office. What I ended up making was a pot of hot water. CenturyCo has one of those big industrial coffee pots. It looks a lot like this one. In… Read More ›
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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 ›
