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The Devine Bovine at Alum Rock Park

Today I got another text message from a crazy person whom I have not talked to in over a year and a...

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The Purpose of Support Groups

When Alan was first diagnosed with cancer, we called the American Cancer Society (ACS) to get...

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If You Have Something To Say, Say It To My Back

It could just be a lingering insecurity from junior high, but sometimes I wonder if people are...

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Puppies and Babies

Me: I have to show you the cutest email.Alan: What does it say?Me: It involves pictures. I have to...

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Room Service

My face says: Room service! I feel so Fabulous!Alan’s face says: What is this fluffy white...

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Feast Your Eyes On This

As promised, a picture of The Four Seasons’ amazing bathroom sinks....

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Event Day

After months of planning, the big day has finally arrived. If you’re thinking it involves me...

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Brunch Club: South Bay Edition

Sometimes, after long bouts of studying, I start dreaming about silly things like sleep. But on...

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Cambodian New Year’s

Cambodian New Year’s is sort of like the New Year’s that happens on January 1st, with a...

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Jokes and Math Questions

It took me a long time growing up before I fully understood what jokes were all about. Maybe...

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