Watching Frontline's "Divided States of America" on PBS online is making me stabby. Poor America, imagine all the good that could have happened if President Obama hadn't been obstructed every step of the way.

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Ok, so I'm not keeping up with the writing. I'm not sure if it's because I'd gotten used to no one caring what I had to say, or if I feel like my thoughts just aren't worth sharing. My life is really boring... I may ask for help with short writing assignments ( Read more... )

I really thought I nailed today's interview. It would have been perfect: new space, close to home, great environment, big name credentials on my resume...

I have no doubt whoever they picked was more qualified than I, but still, I'm absolutely heartbroken, so much more than I should be.


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White Like Me - Tim Wise

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I used to think I was fearless. I would skydive, jump off cliffs, try strange foods, wear ethnic clothing out, anything anyone asked or dared me to do. It's only in recent years that I've noticed just how afraid I am, really. Fear has kept me from exploring career opportunities, trying new software, expanding my henna business, etc.. To make ( Read more... )

Don't fucking do it, ever.

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Also, support the Paw Project and their quest to enact national legislation banning this cruel practice.

Henna is always magical to me; it's still as mysterious and enchanting as the first time I mixed it, applied it, and viewed the glorious stain the next day. The very talented Monique Herzig of alchemy in Ferndale, MI completely captures this ethereal feeling in her video. If I had any kind of photography skill I would make my own video.

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Well, I've finally hit it: a change in my life that I should have expected and actually hoped would happen (though not like this.) My department was eliminated at work ( Read more... )

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