Roller Derby: A 3-Word Story
Robert Frost one said, “In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: it goes on.” We want you to do the same. Sum up anything you want, but do it in three words. Your response...
View ArticleMexico… and Beyond?
Looks like we MAY be leaving. Again. I just don’t like how things are turning out for me here. It’s not just the job thing, its simply not being sure how or where I fit in. The timing may not …...
View Article100 Things
I started building this list last year. Or sometime a long time ago. I have finally finished it! Yay me! I like chocolate I prefer it dark though; I like bacon; I make paper mâché fish – it’s my thing;...
View ArticleBack on Track: A Story On Not Giving Up.
What makes us tick? What is it, inside of us, that just doesn’t allow us to give up? Determination? Stamina? Hard-thick-headedness? I have returned to roller derby. I have also returned to a world of...
View ArticleOn Being Amazing: What Did I Do Now?
I don’t know about you but… I have this instant knee-jerk reaction to people saying stuff like “Marie, I have a question for you.” or “Hey!” or “Uhm, can I say something?” or “…” where I automatically...
View ArticleSelf Perception and Being Badass
Yesterday I made a remark in regards to how the word maroon reminded me of Bugs Bunny. Then I stumbled upon the picture to the left on Pinterest. Then I put the two together. And then I came up with...
View ArticleRollerCon 2014: Lessons Learned
As much fun as I can have staying close to skaters and friends from my league, RollerCon is when and where I need to expand my horizons and make friends from other leagues, other cities, and other...
View ArticleI’m 48. I’m balding. And I play roller derby… And this is Why I Love It.
Photo credit: Storybook Imaging. Every time I see a meme that says something like “Strong women support each other” or “Strong women make other women feel better and do better” [and crap like that] I...
View ArticleWhat If…
…you’re the worst at what you do in the whole world? Do you ever wonder that? Put aside the whole “think positive” philosophy, because no matter what, someone has to be the best, and someone has to be...
View ArticleMy Life Goals Have Finally Been Set!
I want to rewrite my novel. I want to dance. Often. I want to be a clown. I want to become a real webmaster. I want to paint. Maybe even take a class. Or two These goals actually confirm my inkling...
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