Brandi Carlile made me cry
I’ve only seen Brandi Carlile perform once, at a private event nine years ago, but the memory of that night is strong and visceral. Here’s a repost my thoughts from that event.
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Nic is dead
My sister Helena would have been 52 today. She died when she was 24. She called me Nic.
Read moreGrief and its anniversaries
Just over a week ago it was the 22nd anniversary of my little sister Helena’s death. I forgot. I have mixed feelings…
Read moreFriday audio: You Lied
Okay, after a day of rest and turkey I got all contemplative, so this is going to be a long one. Today’s…
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September is full of annivesaries. There’s our wedding. There’s the day we decided we’d live together: that I would leave my partner…
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From: Andrea Taylor I recently stumbled upon your books at my local library and I am hooked on Aud. I had to…
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From: anonymous I just heard you on NPR and pricked up my ears because of your beautiful voice and your name. I…
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