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Acceptance Letter, A Surprise, and Celebration
Short version: Got accepted to Allegory Ezine, doing a live reading therefore.
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Alternate Histories and Impossible Dreams
Because I can't seem to work automatic crossposting, here's my latest update:
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I just got done reading this story, Tim Pratt‘s “Impossible Dreams.” And when I was done, I did something I’ve never done before.
I clapped when the story was over. I clapped for a full minute. Because this is one of the best short stories I’ve read in a long time.
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Innerspace - Now at Wordpress
If you're still Watching This Space, I should let you know that I've pretty much taken up stakes and moved over to my wordpress blog of the same title. The posting of legends, lore, and fiction will resume next week and will be reposted here as soon as I figure out how automatic crossposting could work... -
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"What do you think I fought at Omaha Beach for?"
In this link, an eighty-six year old veteran explains why gay people should be allowed to marry: Because all men are created equal. And he fought and almost died in defense of that principle.
This man is awesome.
For added effect, listen to "The War Was in Color" right after.
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Looking over photos taken by crewmates on the Lady Washington, I remember very keenly how I didn't fit in. Which is impressive, as the Lady and her companion ships are crewed by eccentrics, strangers, and people who don't fit in. I managed to not fit in...and it was noted, quite a few times. Never in anger, but matter-of-fact...which it was. ( Read more... ) -
Employment
....I'M A BARTENDER!!!
Also, Marissa and I have been trading flirtatious emails across the Pacific Ocean. The combination of steady paycheck and Marissa is forming plans...
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And now it's time for another Good Thing, Bad Thing:
Good Thing: I got my paycheck today!
Bad Thing: I also got a speeding ticket.
Good Thing: I got my coat back from my lawyer!
Bad Thing: On the way back, my truck broke down.
Good Thing: Theresa bought me a free dinner at Denny's!
Bad Thing: We covered cardiovascular disease in human biology class today ( Read more... ) -
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Submitted for your approval:
Some people who feel that divorce is wrong, and YOU should obey them.
and
An actual Christian.
As the Doctor would say: Stupid, brilliant humans!