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Tag Archives: Unplanned Life
This Is Why I Don’t Get Out Much, Part 3
In a panic, I called everyone I knew in the area. No one was home. I called Nate back and he insisted that I call my parents. “My parents? No way.” “You have to. I need help.” They can’t really … Continue reading
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Tagged Autism, Behavioral Issues, Single Parent, UC Davis, Unplanned Life
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This Is Why I Don’t Get Out Much, Part 2
After the incident in the shower, Jennifer, my respite sitter, struggled to keep things under control. But my daughter was in a rage fueled by anger, puberty, sensory dysregulation, or a combination of all three. Katie kicked the mirrored closet … Continue reading
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Tagged Autism, Behavioral Issues, Single Parent, UC Davis, Unplanned Life
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This Is Why I Don’t Get Out Much, Part 1
Speaking of gratitude, I am beyond grateful that the University of California saw fit to introduce me to five of the most amazing friends a gal could have. We met in Sereno Hall at U.C. Davis (UCD) in the fall of … Continue reading
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Tagged Autism, Behavioral Issues, Single Parent, Truckee, UC Davis, Unplanned Life
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Happy Thanksgiving
Katie and I wish you a relaxing and abundant Thanksgiving! I’m terrifically grateful that the City of Livermore selected me as its fourth Poet Laureate. It’s been an amazing journey, and I can’t wait to see what unfolds in the remainder … Continue reading
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Tagged Gratitude, Holidays, Poet Laureate, Unplanned Life, Writing Life
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Holiday Blessings
This month, like many of us, I’ve been reflecting on gratitude. I have so many incredible things for which to be grateful: My ever-amazing daughter, Katie, who is my greatest teacher. Her fabulous school, which continues to rock our world. … Continue reading
Yes, You Can Look
Lately I’ve had numerous male friends—guys I didn’t think had an issue with sexual harassment and assault, or even frankly with discrimination, guys who for years had truly seemed to “get it”—whine and say something to the effect of: now … Continue reading
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Tagged #MeToo, Anxiety, Change, Harvey Weinstein, Sexual Harassment, Unplanned Life, Workplace
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#MeToo
Is it just me? I’m feeling triggered (and then triggered again) on a daily—no, constant—basis by what seems like hourly revelations of sexual impropriety in the workplace. Part of me wants to look away. But part of me insists, no, … Continue reading
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Tagged #MeToo, Anger, Anxiety, Creativity, Discrimination, Poetry, Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, Triggers, Unplanned Life, Workplace, Writing Life
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Reflections on #MeToo
In the aftermath of the Harvey Weinstein sexual abuse scandal, lots of women are “waking up.” This is glorious to see, but also a bit depressing. As the #MeToo campaign spreads, story after story is appearing in social media as … Continue reading
Transportation Woes, Part 6
My daughter Katie was quiet and subdued for the next two days. She slept on and off, which was odd given she wasn’t sick. If I needed further reason to fire the taxi company, they were a no show Tuesday … Continue reading
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Tagged Advocacy, Autism, Behavioral Issues, Open Mind School, Special Education, Special Needs, Transitions, Transportation, Unplanned Life
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Tomorrow I’m Reading at the Livermore Library
Tomorrow I will be reading at the Civic Center Library in Livermore, California as part of the Library’s Friends, Authors, and Arts Series. The event is called An Evening with the New Poet Laureate and will take place from 7 to … Continue reading
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Tagged Across An Aqueous Moon: Travels in Autism, Adoption, Autism, City of Livermore, Civic Center Library, Dating, Divorce, Finishing Line Press, Friends Authors and Arts Series, Poet Laureate, Poetry, Single Parent, Unplanned Life, Writing Life
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