Cameron D. Garriepy's Blog, page 28
April 25, 2013
Pink Moon
Daddy used to sing this old song. You might think, as the world goes up in fire all around me, I’d think of something like that Cash man’s tune, but it’s my Daddy crooning that sideshow song that’s stuck in … Continue reading →
April 24, 2013
Sometimes, my big mouth gets me in trouble.
Not really. Well, maybe sometimes. Last week on Google +, I posted a link to a great Tumblr in reaction to the Dove Real Beauty Sketches campaign. My comments and subsequent conversation with Gigi Ross of Kludgy Mom got me … Continue reading →
April 20, 2013
A Little Game of Tag
A few months ago, I had the distinct pleasure of meetingBilly Ray Chitwood, and then — bonus! — to host his writing as part of Eden Baylee’s Story Circle. Billy Ray is a burst of sunshine, y’all: sweet and kind … Continue reading →
April 13, 2013
Thirty-Six and Free Books!
It’s my birthday! Since I can’t have you all over for cake, I’m doing the next best thing: Giving away books! Now an Amazon exclusive, you can pick up a copy of Requiring of Care free from Amazon for the … Continue reading →
April 9, 2013
Aftermath
She dreamt of sand, slipping in under the cracks under the doors until the dunes washed away all trace of human life. The rippling tides of sand drifted high into the corners, swallowing the worn Turkish carpet with the cigarette … Continue reading →
March 27, 2013
35 Arlington Parade
Dr. Cordelia Dirham-Sears stepped out of her carriage without the aid of her driver. Florian had long since accustomed himself to his mistress’s eccentricities. “Shall I wait, Doctor?” He had descended from the driver’s seat to stand guard over his … Continue reading →
March 23, 2013
Dies Irae
Sudden sheeting rain bears witness to my last act of rebellion. Gone the endless thrumming of drops on my black umbrella; this is the deluge—I turn my face into the white noise to remember you. This weekend, we are … Continue reading →
March 21, 2013
The Little Sparrow
Someone once told her that twisting your hair between your fingers was a kind of masturbation. Mia tamped down a giggle at the thought and let the artfully stray curl rest against her cheek. As if she needed any help … Continue reading →
March 16, 2013
Old School Blogging #OSBlog
My brilliant editor, Roxanne, tagged me in an Old School Blogging meme. I haven’t done one of these in years! I’m terrible at memes, so basically, consider yourself tagged if the idea appeals. 1. What were you doing 10 years … Continue reading →
March 15, 2013
Inside this Mind, and a Free Book!
It’s a big day for me today. My talent crush on Eden Baylee is no secret to those of you who read here, so it shouldn’t shock you that I would be psyched to be interviewed for her Inside the … Continue reading →
