Category Archives: Memories

Traveling Light

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Nancy A. Taylor

Just over a week ago I traveled to Ann Arbor, Michigan to visit a friend and I decided, for the first time ever to travel lightly. I planned my packing so I wouldn’t have to check a bag, but I … Continue reading →

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A Newfound Strength

Posted on January 24, 2016 by Nancy A. Taylor

I didn’t always speak my mind, especially when it came to problems with goods or services. I remember feeling as though I didn’t like confrontation. One time, at the age of 17 or 18 I received a horrible haircut, really … Continue reading →

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The Weight of Mementos and Memories

Posted on January 2, 2016 by Nancy A. Taylor

2015 ended with unexpected good tidings and 2016 began with a boisterous bang instilling within me a newfound energy. I own many possessions, or, rather, they own me. I live in a two-bedroom apartment, yet still struggle to find space … Continue reading →

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A History of Weight Loss Attempts

Posted on December 28, 2015 by Nancy A. Taylor

I have spent the greater part of the past three hours going through one file box of old papers from the early 2000’s. The plastic container of personal historical documents told stories of countless weight-loss attempts: ionamin, personal training, gym … Continue reading →

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The Nature of Fear

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Nancy A. Taylor

As I climbed into my car today I somehow noticed a bee in the crook of my elbow. In that moment I screamed and jumped out of my car, frantically flailing my arm about as if my very existence depended … Continue reading →

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Staying Out of Funky Town

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Nancy A. Taylor

I haven’t felt like writing much lately. I’m not really sure why, but I’m also sure that the why doesn’t really matter. Sometimes it takes too much effort to delve into the why. Too much time. Too much emotional energy. … Continue reading →

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Coffee House Vignettes: an Unusual Tribute to My Dad

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Nancy A. Taylor

I do not care for this time of year. Two years ago on Father’s Day 2013 my dad fell and broke his back and knee and that started his journey home. I sat down this morning to write an entirely … Continue reading →

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Creating MY Authentic Self

Posted on May 29, 2015 by Nancy A. Taylor

Creating an Authentic Self Creating an Authentic Self: sounds almost like a self-help book, doesn’t it? The other day I found myself sitting outside Starbucks, drinking a latte and staring into the flowing water of a fountain. Watching the ripples … Continue reading →

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Portrait of a Family

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Nancy A. Taylor

Today I found myself going through some family pictures. I couldn’t stop myself from wondering what purpose these pictures served. I enjoy looking at them, but I have no children to hand them down to and no close family members … Continue reading →

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I Was That Woman

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Nancy A. Taylor

I remember so clearly sitting there on the tall barstool inside of Starbucks, with my tea in one hand and my journal in front of me. I looked at the table right outside the window where a woman sat. Her … Continue reading →

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