Category Archives: note to self

NaPoWriMo 2026, Day 23

Posted on April 23, 2026 by Mary Beth Frezon

…I remember you are gone and good
so my bowl and mug, so starts my day… Continue reading →

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NaPoWriMo 2026, Day 12

Posted on April 12, 2026 by Mary Beth Frezon

As I got down my dinner plate
As I grabbed a jar of gherkins
I realized that my kitchen had
an overwhelming memory… Continue reading →

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I didn’t have a single *&^% left… until I did!

Posted on November 6, 2024 by Mary Beth Frezon

This is a totally off the wall suggestion but I give it based on my own experience. You know how we laugh with a friend or groups that we’re “just outta fucks to give”? Continue reading →

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November 5, 2024

Posted on November 5, 2024 by Mary Beth Frezon

I just went out to check for mail and to empty my coffee grounds into the garden. Beautiful sunny day, almost seventy degrees. Heading out in a bit to pick up Mom and spend the rest of the day together. … Continue reading →

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NaPoWriMo 2024 Day 12

Posted on April 12, 2024 by Mary Beth Frezon

Forty year old bulbs • every year a yellow • wonder – daffodils Continue reading →

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