Category Archives: Musings
Post the Hundred-and-Thirty-Sixth: Holiday Decor
Special Note: I really phoned it in today, Gentle Reader. I apologize in advance – but I did promise photos of my humble chamber. Try to enjoy, if you can. If you’re like me, Gentle Reader, your everyday decor is … Continue reading
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Tagged Christmas, Decoration, Fabulous Parties, Holiday Decor, Holiday Tips, holidays, Not a Real Post, Rambling Nonsense, the farm
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Post the Hundred-and-Thirty-Third: Quitting Smoking
It seems, Gentle Reader, that Music Monday was a bit of a bust. I thought it might be, but that’s never stopped me from trying new things. Unless you all start clamoring for more terrible ukulele videos, we’re going back … Continue reading
Posted in Drama, Musings
Tagged Full Disclosure, non-whimsy, Quitting, Rambling Nonsense, Tobacco
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Post the Hundred-and-Thirty-Second: Friendsgiving
I hope your holiday was swell, Gentle Reader, if you’re American. If you’re not – well, I hope you had a decent Thursday, and hearing all about America’s self-obsession. I also hope you’re not punishing yourself by going out shopping … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Musings
Tagged holidays, Not a Real Post, Rambling Nonsense, Tacoma
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Post the Hundred-and-Thirtieth: Trusting to Providence
Gentle Reader, this is a post I’ve been wanting to write for a little while. It’s about one of the guiding principles of my life, a creed I’ve always followed, and it’s a little complicated to explain… correctly. Quite a … Continue reading
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Tagged Full Disclosure, Philosophy, Providence, Rambling Nonsense, Tyler J. Yoder
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Post the Hundred-and-Twenty-Ninth: Transgender Day Of Remembrance
Today is the Transgender Day of Remembrance, Gentle Reader, during which we remember and mourn the hundreds of human beings who were brutally murdered for being true to themselves. This violence occurs daily, and death is frequently the result. It’s … Continue reading
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Tagged Cisgender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Gender Issues, LGBT, Transgender, Transgender Day of Remembrance
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Post the Hundred-and-Twenty-Eighth: Absinthe
Shortly before I left for Alaska, Gentle Reader, Miss Ward began diving into the fín-de-siécle demi-monde of the famous absinthe drinkers. She was fascinated by the ritual and mystery, naturally, and the romantic air that surrounds the period. Her enthusiasm … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Musings
Tagged Absinthe, Clandestine Activities, Exquisite Corpse, Fabulous Parties, Secret Societies
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Post the Hundred-and-Twenty-Fifth: Gender Expression and Friendship
I discuss sexuality and gender expression pretty frequently here, Gentle Reader, because they’re subjects close to my heart. When I came out at 16, I became absurdly feminine – I was campy, I was funny: I made myself into a … Continue reading
Post the Hundred-and-Twenty-Third: Beauty Secrets of the Reverend Doctor: Halloween Edition
Gentle Reader, it is a truth universally acknowledged that I am an enchantingly gorgeous creature. Today, I’ll be giving you some handy makeup tips for use on your candy-and-poor-decision-fueled rampage tomorrow night. Step One: Sit down at your vanity. Step … Continue reading
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Tagged Advice, Beauty, Cosmetics, Entertaining, Fabulous Parties, Halloween, Makeup
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Whimsical Adventures of the Reverend Doctor 