Tag Archives: daily life

A Day that Doesn’t Quite Fit

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Octavia

Early arrival to work. Earlier than normal, at least. It feels like I have all the time in the world. The awareness of time probably works against me, but not in a way that I am initially aware.

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What Can Replace Phone and Internet

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Octavia

Raul Carvajal woke up earlier than he meant to. Instead of his phone playing alt-J at 6:45am like it normally does, his cat woke him up at 6:30am. This used to be an unwelcome wake-up call, but on the Monday … Continue reading →

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A Pinch that Punches

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Octavia

I’m here for something that’s never been enjoyable. As I arrive at the gyno’s office, I’ve managed to delude myself into looking forward to the experience. I tell the front nurse my name and the name of the doctor to … Continue reading →

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Socks, Shoelaces, Soup

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Octavia

Red had a surprising presence in the former half of my day. Red the color, that is. I don’t usually notice colors in passing. I use them to figure shit out – my wardrobe, my apartment, you know, aesthetics. But … Continue reading →

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