Monthly Archives: November 2014

Swedish For Immigrants – Week 14

Sometimes you get lucky. Another Friday test today. I’m guessing (optimistically) I might have gotten 70% correct, but last week I scored 85%. A miracle. First good score I’ve had since I began. After the test I stopped by the … Continue reading

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Pirene’s Fountain – Bushido Steel

My poem, Bushido Steel has been published in this new issue. Pirene’s Fountain’s tradition of excellence in writing and thought continues in this special double-feature edition. Features, interviews, reviews, and brilliant works of poetry are brought together to inspire and … Continue reading

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Lampião’s Band

Lampiāos Band They fought against and incredibly corrupt Brazilian government. His right-hand man was known as the Blond Devil, and his woman, Maria Bonitas (Maria the Beautiful). The relationship of Maria Bonita and Lampião is firmly rooted in Brazilian folk … Continue reading

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Swedish For Immigrants – Week 13

My ride on the emotional roller coaster continues. Lessons are fun most of the time, good teachers, and I enjoy my classmates. They continue to be friendly & helpful – watching out for the ‘old man’, but it remains difficult … Continue reading

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Ellie – 1

Ha! The Bucks is taking a nap. He does a lot of those, so this is a good chance for me to introduce myself. My name is Ellie, the same as the Swedish Crown Princesses daughter. I was born in … Continue reading

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Amber Does Dog Days – 2

  This note is just to tell you followers I’m still alive. Bucks and I have been staying high, which is always a good thing. The dog stays at ground level so we feel reasonably safe . . . but … Continue reading

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Allshorts

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Awesome Allshorts

I have one short story in this collection. Reasons to read short stories I love the intense nature of a short story and the way it gives you a glimpse into a different life. It’s like a short conversation with … Continue reading

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