Coffee and Words

I've really enjoyed the book "On Writing", so far. During the first 50 pages I could relate to many of Stephen King's anecdotes, in one way or another. The most relateable would be when King is telling the audience about his re-occuring ear infections as a child and the next story about tonsil removal. King recalls being coaxed into a taxi cab by his mother to go to an ear specialist (otolarynologist), not once, not twice, but three times. He recounts the doctor and nurse reassuring him nothing would hurt before jamming a needle into his infected ear to release pressure and let the fluid drain. He admits the last time he saw the ear specialist that he had caught-on to their lie. The third time he says "I screamed so long and so loud that I can still hear it. In fact, I think that in some deep valley of my head that last scream is still echoing." I am able to relate to this anecdote because my daughter had re-occuring ear and sinus infections and she had ...

Silver Lining I sleep in longer these days. I don’t set the alarm anymore. My walk from the bedroom to the coffee pot has become relaxed. The sips of the bitter, sweetened, hot liquid have become more ritualistic than out of rushed necessity.  I have been using the same mug for weeks, washed of course, it’s become an artifact of comfort, just like my house slippers. The words “schedule” and “routine” seem foreign to me during this pandemic, and I struggle to remember what day it is. I take a guess at the time, by judging the angle of sunlight entering the windows. Life as I know it has been put on hold, and for many others in the world as well. We are all encouraged to “stay home, to stay healthy” by the Centers for Disease Control ,  during the novel coronavirus outbreak. Statewide guidelines also encourage staying home. I am not considered an essential employee, and have not been able to work since March 13. Yes, it was a Friday. I have suddenly become a first-gr...

Hello, My name is Brianna, though most people call me Bri. I am currently working towards my AAOT, with the intention of transferring to a university. I decided to take Journalism to help further my commmunication and writing skills, as well as challenge myself. A little about me- I believe in treating others how you want to be treated, and helping others when you can. I have an amazing daughter who I spend my free time with- we love: going to the beach, spending time with family, exploring, swimming, collecting shells, beach and riverbank cleanups, planting flowers, doing crafts together and much more! Prior to becoming a mother and re-entering college I spent a few years in Sitka, Alaska, and traveling all over SE, Alaska- while working in the charter-fishing and guided-hunting industry.  I am currently an interpreter at an Aquarium, helping the public engage in meaningful experiences that connect them to the ocean. Through my education I hope to continue educating the ...