Monthly Archives: February 2007

The First Week

Admittedly, this is a day early. This isn’t much at all, I’m afraid, but at least it’s something.

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A Promise

My fingers desire to bring words to the page, and my mind longs for the elation of success. I have been idle too long, and today I will make a pact with myself. I will update this journal on a … Continue reading

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Disappointment

Today I learned some news that sent my heart into a valley of disappointment. Aaron McGruder has cancelled his speaking appearance at the Byham Therater in the Pittsburgh. This news is saddening because I wanted to get a chance to … Continue reading

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Winter’s Valentine

Snow fell yesterday, then rain pelted the ground last night in a relentless march. Drizzle turned to ice upon contact with the cold ground and covered concrete with a shiny glaze. Then after this cold bath, white flakes fell like … Continue reading

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Norbit Review

Norbit (2007) Distributed by: DreamWorks Pictures Director: Brian Robbins Screenwriter: Eddie Murphy, Charlie Murphy On Monday, I went to the movie theater upon invitation to see Norbit. The last time I had been to the cinema, I saw Dreamgirls and … Continue reading

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Failure…and an Admission

How telling it is that I could not keep my promise to update every day for a month for a week. Since I have failed, I think I will go back to my sporadic updates. Nevertheless, as much as I … Continue reading

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A Day of Relaxation

For once, today, I made myself relax.  I refused to go out on this frigid day and instead only felt the brief instance of coolness when the thermostat dropped, allowing the furnace a brief respite before it returned to its … Continue reading

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French Fries

I had French fries today made in a Belgian style. While the treat is wonderful all year-round, I must say that I especially love them when it’s cold outside and one is wrapped in the safety of one’s home. This … Continue reading

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Understatment of the Year (so far)

It’s cold outside.

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The Fine Line

The recent cold weather has made me very thankful that I do not have an occupation that requires me to work outside. I am also thankful that I have a heated house to escape winter’s icy grip. As trite as … Continue reading

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