cagey: adj. evasive. shrewd. crafty. (from wordsmith.org, today’s word) Smells sweet. Looks clean. Plays dirty. ****** She sees me at the sink, filling the coffee carafe with water. She knows I can’t escape. She strolls up to me, and I sense her even before I turn to look. I stiffen. We’re still getting to know …
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Dirt Roads and Pine Trees
Up north, where the paved highway gives way to old asphalt then gravel and finally dirt, tall northern pines grow in height and mass. I took a walk through the woods this weekend, alone, searching for quiet or at least reprieve. And, I noticed my view of the woods changes on a given day, depending …
Wednesday’s Word
In the hustle and bustle of the first week of school, I’ve struggled to find time to write. I’m tired, unfocused, disorganized. So, here’s an exercise I’m giving myself (and you too, if you’re in need of a reason to write): It’s called “Wednesday’s Word of the Day.” Click wordsmith.org on a Wednesday, see Today’s …