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Hello December (It seems we’ve met)

Hello December (It seems we’ve met),C Streetlights

I turn 40-years-old today, December the Second, and for some reason this age is supposed to bother me. Social commentary has preached from its pulpit for so long that 40 is a hard age for women, that women dread watching the 9 turn to 0, and they will do anything to turn those numbers back again. But I rejoice in ... Read More

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Yes, I Can Love My Country and Be Ashamed of It

Yes, I Can Love My Country and Be Ashamed of It,C Streetlights

As many Americans, I have struggled with trying to find a sense of meaning in what happened on Election Day this week. And while I still have no answer at all that could possibly begin to explain what I feel is a certain madness from my fellow citizens, I do know I am only left with my own emotions that ... Read More

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This is Why This Election Means More Than Just Avocados

This is Why This Election Means More Than Just Avocados,C Streetlights

The only real reason why I even remember Jimis because of the tree with avocados in his backyard. Helived across the street from us my entire life, and I don’t remember much about him. Jimand his wife lived in the same green house that never changed even when the neighborhood changed around them. The gingerbread styling of eaves remained the ... Read More

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I traveled alone to New York City and lived to tell about it

I traveled alone to New York City and lived to tell about it,C Streetlights

One of my favorite memories I have with my late father-in-law was when we spent a whirlwind day trip in New York City. It was on the day before New Year’s Eve, a Sunday, and I’ll never forget the energy that vibrated through the city. I’m so grateful to have Wendy Garfinkle back this week sharing her own New York ... Read More

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Adventures in ADHD: A Visit to the Psych Ward

Adventures in ADHD: A Visit to the Psych Ward,C Streetlights

I am delighted to have Wendy Garfinkle guest post on my page. She is one of the most genuine people I know and I am love talking to her about everything from grammar and usage to fairy tales and Jewish mysticism. I am blown away by her knowledge and I can rely on Wendy to provide me with fascinating conversation ... Read More

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When It’s Hard to Trust in a Season of Fear

When It’s Hard to Trust in a Season of Fear,C Streetlights

When I first Monochrome by H.M. Jones, I felt like I met an author who knew my life story. H.M. and I hit it off right away when we began working together under the old Gravity Imprint with the now defunct Booktrope Publishing. That’s what it is like when you meet someone who has experienced the same kind of fearand ... Read More

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Great, we live in a Troll Dynasty, now what?

Great, we live in a Troll Dynasty, now what?,C Streetlights

In case you haven’t noticed the election season swirling around us lately, the usual trolls are out on both sides and they arefoaming from their snide little mouths. With our undeniable reliance on the internet and social media, it’s safe to say that some have slowly risen to power and have become a member of the newest Troll Dynasty. Sort ... Read More

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Five Revealing Paradoxes of My Abuse Recovery

Five Revealing Paradoxes of My Abuse Recovery,C Streetlights

I first met Kelly Wilson when we were still publishing under the Gravity Imprint with Booktrope Publishing. I loved her right from the start. Her genuine sparkle and sense of humor along with her spirit of survivorship told me that she was someone I wanted to be friends for a long time. I am so grateful that she is willing ... Read More

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A letter to the little warrior who remains

A letter to the little warrior who remains,C Streetlights

I am so honored to feature my friend Lindsay Fischer at her most vulnerable. Thank you, Lindsay — for being so raw and honest even when you are feeling so brokenhearted. My fingers jab at the keyboard with no real reason other than to soothe. To be here, to type, to bring some normalcy into a day that ... Read More

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It’s Time to Stop Lying to Kids About the Real World

It’s Time to Stop Lying to Kids About the Real World,C Streetlights

The Real World has been a bizarre bogeyman for far too long in my opinion. Wielded by parents to threaten children into cleaning their rooms and mow lawns for decades, the Real World soon slunk its way into the classroom so teachers could dangle it in front of students’ noses whenever they didn’t turn in homework assignments. The mythical real ... Read More

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