Category Archives: Non-Fiction
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Thank You, Abe
10November 26, 2014 by Melanie L.
I can’t think of a better time to reflect on my immigrant great-grandparents, the sacrifices they made, and the resulting …
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Handmade Friendship
6November 14, 2014 by Melanie L.
As a child, my parents loved the handmade gifts I made for them. Or, at least they let me believe that …
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True Love Tarried
12November 4, 2014 by Melanie L.
I never owned a crystal ball. Even if I did, I can assure you that I would have seen nothing in …
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Hallowing Shabbat
5October 31, 2014 by Melanie L.
Earlier this year, Purim and St. Patrick’s Day followed in close succession creating a festive celebratory weekend for all. Though …
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My Night With a Muppet and Other Mishegas
14September 24, 2014 by Melanie L.
When I was a young child, somewhere near the age of six, I scared the crap out of my mom. …
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Labor Day Reflections on the Toughest Job
19September 3, 2014 by Melanie L.
Twenty-one years ago, my boss, the assistant manager at CVS/Pharmacy store #813, expected me to come to work everyday with a …
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Big Summer Blowout
16August 28, 2014 by Melanie L.
Trigger warning: explicit sh!t. Even in ideal circumstances dating is awkward. Dating experts advise daters to, “Just be yourself.” That’s …
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The Accidental Naturalist (Edited)
30August 12, 2014 by Melanie L.
I was scared sh!tless. I was scared because the labor of my second pregnancy was nothing like my first. …
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Summer Beckoned
27August 5, 2014 by Melanie L.
Summer beckoned. Outside we bounded. “Avoid the cornfield!” Mom hounded. Heather we joined. Others we summoned, including the boys. Kickball ensued …
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Independence
41July 6, 2014 by Melanie L.
One half a queen gained. One pillow reclaimed. Two bedrooms shed along with three dressers, a title, and winner of …
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My Own Champion 