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The Accidental Career Girl
A newsletter with humorous essays from a woman who been pivoting since long before COVID-19.
Nov 24, 2022
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My thoughts on being a childless cat lady
I started writing this story as part of my book of essays four years ago.
Sep 20, 2024
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The Necklace
Feb 13, 2024
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So You
Jan 7, 2023
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Is George Clooney to Blame?
Feb 27, 2023
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Oct 5, 2023
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When in a Pandemic, Call Paul
Apr 10, 2023
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Jul 2, 2024
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The Necklace
I pulled the twisted gold chain out of the inlaid wood jewelry box and watched as the intricate charm that has dangled from it for at least 70 years…
Feb 13, 2024
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The Lemon
As many of you know, I lost my dog Clooney right before the holidays.
Jan 2, 2024
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Little People
It's been awhile since I've posted.
Oct 5, 2023
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My Willy Wonka Moment
I wrote the story below for my memoir writing class after we were asked to recall a moment for which no photograph exists.
Jun 12, 2023
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May 3, 2023
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Does the Met Matter?
By now, you have probably all seen the extensive coverage of the Met Gala red carpet.
May 2, 2023
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