Margo Catts's Blog, page 2
August 16, 2017
I Am a Racist
"That other really racist guy" is not the standard to measure ourselves by.
July 16, 2017
Destination Unknown
What you get from the journey depends on how you see it.
June 12, 2017
The Strength of Sisters
My house is for sale, which means I've become a day laborer. Weeding, mowing, vacuuming, mopping, pruning, hauling...and my most significant accomplishment so far, removing a tree. Spring came and that pine just curled up its branches and said I cannot do this anymore. I mean, you can read the dying agonies there, can't you? … Continue reading The Strength of Sisters
June 10, 2017
Fightin’ Words
The first rule of fight club is you do not talk about fight club. The second rule of fight club is you do not talk about fight club. Uh...sorry. Gonna break the rule. Guys! Over here! Fight club at The Bachelorette mansion! Or, at least those were the only parts of the most recent episode I … Continue reading Fightin’ Words
May 30, 2017
Being Catty: The Right Reasons
Nobody takes action for no reason. The reason might be awful, but it’s still a reason ("I’m mugging you because I want your money"). Or it might be unconscious ("I can't explain why I'm yelling!") but it’s there. So when the reason for a person’s actions aren’t immediately apparent, we take note, and if the … Continue reading Being Catty: The Right Reasons
May 22, 2017
Being Catty: Rachel’s Red Flag Roundup
Confession: I have a dark history with the international embarrassment known as American reality TV. And I’m owning it. Leaning in, so to speak. So for those who followed years ago, Being Catty, my Bachelor/Bachelorette blog, is back from its long nap. For those who don’t know what I’m talking about...Guys: The Bachelorette starts this … Continue reading Being Catty: Rachel’s Red Flag Roundup
April 17, 2017
The Power of Projection
The allure and danger of projecting onto our leaders.
February 18, 2017
Of Fruit, Farmers, and a Free Press
A few years ago, I came across this gem of a headline in the Arab News: So...it turns out that not all fertilizers are equal. Human waste makes your lettuce smell and taste like doo-doo. Noted. And when it comes to irrigation, best just stick to water. As much as I appreciated the gardening tips … Continue reading Of Fruit, Farmers, and a Free Press
February 4, 2017
20 Steps to Perfection
It's okay. It's safe to come out. You really are in the right place. If you've been to the Foreign Girl blog before, yes, things are looking a little different around here. Maybe the changes seem a little off-putting. Self-aggrandizing, even. (I'm with you. Putting my own name across the top is weird, no lie.) My … Continue reading 20 Steps to Perfection
October 16, 2016
S Is for Stranger
Teaching English and looking for common language with Eritrean refugees. This is a picture of my Saturday morning this week. Because it’s not what you know but whom you know, I suddenly find myself teaching English to refugees. I have no qualifications, no experience, no expertise, but I do have a friend who has all those things. … Continue reading S Is for Stranger
