Author Archives: Carissa

14
Jun, 2007

catching up

summer is always my busiest time of year.  when other people are taking deep breaths of no-school air, i’m gearing up for a summer of exciting fun at the library.  every year, i think to myself that the busyness is … Continue reading →

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08
Jun, 2007

contemporary art

this evening was the first in a month-long series of friday night “movies on the roof” at the local art museum. tonight’s theme was “science fiction.” it’s always a series of shorts–largely experimental and somewhat bizarre. you can sit on … Continue reading →

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04
Jun, 2007

simple pleasures–songs

today on my run, i was listening to “mushaboom” by feist (which is possibly my favorite song to run to) and realized that one of the reasons i like it so much is because of all of the concrete images … Continue reading →

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04
Jun, 2007

polka dot shirts

i could really use some new capri pants that fit, so this weekend, i spent a few hours combing the local goodwill. i actually went to two different stores in my search. for the record, i found zero capris that … Continue reading →

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02
Jun, 2007

silly photos

i thought you might like to see a few of the silly photos from my reunion. enjoy!

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02
Jun, 2007

miss communication

this morning, as we were leaving the farmer’s market, mr. happy stuff (who now has the new nickname “60 grit” on account of his facial stubble) pointed out a dog that was riding in a car passing by and was … Continue reading →

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28
May, 2007

fajitas & films

last night, mr. h-s and i hosted our annual(ish) fajita party with fajita meat from h-e-b in san antonio (stored in our freezer, just waiting for the right time for the party). what a great time! what great food! we … Continue reading →

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28
May, 2007

6k

yesterday, i ran my first 6k. yes, runs are normally 5k’s, but, although they tried to find a viable 5k route, this race’s organizers couldn’t come up with a practical option, so they offered a 6k (as well as a … Continue reading →

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24
May, 2007

vacation at home

the last day and a half of this week, i’m taking vacation time off of work. i have no meetings, no programs, and life is about to turn really hectic for me. plus, i’m feeling like i have a lot … Continue reading →

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22
May, 2007

happy package

thanks alkelda! today, after my rough day, it was so nice to open your package and find craft #1 (the missing issue!) and yummy larabars. i can’t wait to try them out! (must wait for the burrito to settle….) perfect … Continue reading →

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