Tag: dailyprompt
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Directness is Kindness
I learned today that directness is kindness. I’m tempted to couch this in writing that of course I knew this beforehand, but I don’t want to make excuses, especially because this lesson was learned in a new context: letting someone down. I’m referring to dating, as I just had a second date with a wonderful…
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How I’m Seen
I would hope that people recognize the curiosity about me. Merriam-Webster gives two definitions: 1: marked by desire to investigate and learn 2: exciting attention as strange, novel, or unexpected Both of these definitions resonate with me. I do have a strong appetite for learning, and, in addition to this manifesting as a love for…
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A Good Complication
As soon as I was pulling it out of the oven, my heart sank. The characteristic smell I’ve come to rely on was absent – the first indication that something was wrong. I removed the cloth covering the two filled bowls and hestitated, confused at the sight and cautious hope filling me. But, I stuck…
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First day
My first day back in the city I love, Portland, Oregon (it’s only a small exaggeration to say that my family, who visited recently, was surprised that it is not burning to the ground). A little background: I lived here for a year, then had to leave, unfortunately. After two years away, I got a…
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Performing on Stage
I’ve performed on stage twice recently, which if viewed on a bar graph would look like the only data set, a small blip, for many years. Sunday December 7th, my symphonic band had a concert. This concert season was the first time I’ve played saxophone seriously or as part of a group since high school.…
The AM Intrigue 