Tag Archives: writing

Signature Doubts

Posted on February 9, 2014 by Octavia

I spent five full minutes trying to figure out how I should sign a letter to my uncle. My first instinct was not to write anything, just my name—but maybe that seems cold. Then, I looked to see what he … Continue reading →

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A Moment’s Glance at the Host Stand

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Octavia

01/04/2013. Friday evening. 6:13pm. Damian at the bar getting semi-swamped by clusters of affluent professionals at the heights of their careers. I can hear snippets of their conversations. Only when I look at them directly can I really discern the matters … Continue reading →

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A Musical Encounter Unexpected

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Octavia

Sitting in Charmington’s, a suitably titled coffeeshop on North Howard St in Baltimore, MD. I walked in with gleaming sunlight pouring through the windows. I noticed a man looking at the board of specials. I walked by him in an … Continue reading →

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Feelings are not Parsley

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Octavia

My open Mac windows quickly swipe to the left and a quick sense of comfort awakens me. I’ve been sparked by the writing energy, and I know my blank document is coming to provide my active mind relief. The cheesy … Continue reading →

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A Satisfying Meal

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Octavia

If a meal could instantly materialize, that would be great. I’m hungry, but I expect that anything capable of delivering true culinary satisfaction would take much too long to make. I envision a nice bowl of farfalle pasta, accented with … Continue reading →

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