I have decided to begin a new series of posts called “Yes, Please.” This series is devoted to expressing my appreciation for certain gentlemen. There is only one criteria for the men I am paying homage to–upon seeing them, I … Continue reading →
I know that I’m terribly late on my blogging, but life has been getting in the way. I’m currently neck-deep in edits, busy with the day job, and still chasing the kid around, but I did want to take … Continue reading →
Today was a beautiful day. The sun was shining, and the temperature reached 75 degrees. In Chicago, the hint of spring after months of oppressive cold means that people rush out in full force to enjoy the weather. Spirits are … Continue reading →
This past week, I received a postcard in the mail advertising a production of Angels in America at the Court Theatre. They are doing both parts one and two in an all-night extravaganza! Now while Part Two is just ok, … Continue reading →
Recently, I attended the AWP conference, and during one of the shuttle rides between hotels, I caught a snippet of a conversation happening in the seats behind me. It was clear that the young lady and the young man were MFA students, … Continue reading →
So this year, I attended the Association of Writers & Writing Programs Conference (AWP). This was my first year in attendance. For those who don’t know, AWP is an academic conference for serious academics who do serious, academic stuff like … Continue reading →