Author Archives: Susan

WRITING: Naturally

Posted on May 15, 2004 by Susan

In a comment, Denny of Book of Life suggests that I allow my natural urge to “express itself through some objective correlative in poetry…” Rather, I am sure, than pirouette across my morning backyard without a stitch on. My words … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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WRITING & BLOGGING: Ode to Cheever

Posted on May 15, 2004 by Susan

Swimmer You splash your way through life in alcoholic stupor you recall and yet forget, and so you live within the good times of the past. And in your wake, the people who have known you shake their heads knowing … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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REALITY? & Blogging: Natural

Posted on May 15, 2004 by Susan

We’ve been blessed, this year, with an exceptional amount of warm Spring mornings. The air is fresh, cool breezes blow, birds skim through space graceful and unhurried. I felt an urge to dance naked on the lawn today, content at … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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WRITING: Reflection

Posted on May 15, 2004 by Susan

Some things to say, but don’t know how to say them yet. My constant thanks to those who offer the encouragement to continue, the bright thoughts, the friendships that end up woven through the words we write. Poetics strike again, … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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REALITY? & WRITING: Habits II

Posted on May 14, 2004 by Susan

Crap. Every time I figure I’m ready to pull the plug some jackass comes along and sticks another quarter in the slot. El esposo tells me how proud he was of me at the honors ceremony, and that he hadn’t … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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REALITY?: Habits

Posted on May 14, 2004 by Susan

Reality is forcing me to moderate my spare time habits. As well as putting more time into my home–the back yard flora and fauna aren’t calling, they’re screaming–and getting caught up with my workload during the all too brief break … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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CURRENT AFFAIRS: Political Statement

Posted on May 14, 2004 by Susan

Over the past several weeks, I have dipped my finger into the political waters in an effort to not only learn, but be able to feel confident enough to voice an opinion on the presidency, Iraq, war, and all the … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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LITERATURE: More On Perception

Posted on May 13, 2004 by Susan

With a horrendous headache, I lay down upon the couch and finally got a chance to do some reading. First story in the latest Confrontations issue, Fall 2003/Winter 2004, although I’ve skipped around and already read some of the others. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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REALITY?: Common Sense

Posted on May 13, 2004 by Susan

I run into the house from the frameshop for a quick something to eat. Running by, I log onto Spinning, open my e-mail program, grab a bag of pretzels and a slice of cheese to settle a moment, read and … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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WRITING: Story

Posted on May 13, 2004 by Susan

Even in the face of more pressing matters, people dying close and far away, I would write a story if I could. I pretty up with phrases, turning four thousand words around, but still I’m lost in my direction. Last … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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REALITY?: & WRITING: Cycles

Posted on May 13, 2004 by Susan

Moods synchronomous with daylight, sun and moon, daily, monthly, stages in our lives. Perception and Interpretation of the world we live in; acceptance that the answers are different every time. How can someone not like the taste of glorious mushrooms? … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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REALITY?: Nature and Natural

Posted on May 13, 2004 by Susan

An incredibly beautiful day. What a day to turn to dust and spend just “blowin’ in the wind” to see the world and get a glimpse of answers. All my thoughts of man and his kind wrapped up in a … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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LITERATURE & WRITING: And Art; P & I

Posted on May 13, 2004 by Susan

A very interesting article in the NY Times today that confirms my earlier musings on art belonging to the public. CRITIC’S NOTEBOOK Why Attack Art? Its Role Is to Be HelpfulBy ROBERTA SMITH Published: May 13, 2004 “Almost as long … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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WRITING: Setting

Posted on May 12, 2004 by Susan

Wrapped in black, or gunnysack grey and shaven head, because hair just needs attention. Simple and serene, a paper house upon a hill, big empty rooms, just three, and mats upon the floor. Tables short, like me, and windows, many … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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REALITY?: Fair Weather Friends

Posted on May 12, 2004 by Susan

The hummingbirds are back. Jim pointed out a male Ruby-throat sitting on a bush in the back yard, just about an hour after I finally put out the feeders. For the past couple of years, I’ve noticed a female first. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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