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Tricia Lott Williford July 3, 2012 3 Comments

Carmen and Jodie were our very first neighbors. Our Fred and Ethel. We were the fabulous four, living the carefree…

“Low Sperm Count.”

Tricia Lott Williford July 2, 2012 5 Comments

“Mrs. Williford, could you pray that my parents can have another baby?” One of my kindergarten students asked me this…

From the Ashes

Tricia Lott Williford June 30, 2012 3 Comments

Visit the Archives

Tricia Lott Williford June 27, 2012 No Comments

Just in case you’re a new reader in this invisible community sewn together by coffee and stories and writing and…

Something for Everyone

Tricia Lott Williford June 26, 2012 1 Comment

I walked into David’s Bridal in search of a dress for my brother’s wedding, where I will stand as his…

Blue Dot

Tricia Lott Williford June 24, 2012 1 Comment

I might be a follower. At least in the physical sense. I have discovered this self awareness: the extent to…

I Raise My Glass

Tricia Lott Williford June 19, 2012 23 Comments

I like wine and I love Jesus. I go to church on Saturday evening; this does not mean I don’t…

On his Day

Tricia Lott Williford June 17, 2012 6 Comments

Happy Father’s Day, Love. You did a damn good job.

Typical Morning-Of. There’s Some Kind of Law.

Tricia Lott Williford June 16, 2012 No Comments

We are running away for Father’s Day weekend, and the morning-of is panning out like all mornings-of do: when it’s…

Just a Bit Off

Tricia Lott Williford June 15, 2012 4 Comments

I decided to take ‘the day off’ today, since I was emotionally trashed yesterday and – what does that look…

That’s What You Are.

Tricia Lott Williford June 14, 2012 No Comments

“Tyler, do you know what that is?” “My basketball shirt.” “No, under it. That bone right there.” I push on…

Has Everyone Noticed?

Tricia Lott Williford June 12, 2012 7 Comments

“Has everyone here noticed that my mommy is getting a little bit fat?” “You think so, Ty?” I ask. “Yep. …

Love Notes

Tricia Lott Williford June 12, 2012 1 Comment

Dear Tucker and Tyler, My goodness, I love you. Tucker, I love your careful, linear thinking, your problem solving, and…

The First Wedding

Tricia Lott Williford June 11, 2012 5 Comments

The first wedding without Robb. The first wedding with my boys in company. The first wedding at which the bride…

We are going to a Wedding Today.

Tricia Lott Williford June 9, 2012 17 Comments

And this is not water-based ink you see all over them. Tucker’s eyelids notwithstanding. I’m blogging about it instead of…

The Springtime Purge

Tricia Lott Williford June 8, 2012 4 Comments

My home is undergoing a weight loss plan: it’s time for the springtime purge. Today, I combed through the basement,…

Taste Buds

Tricia Lott Williford June 7, 2012 1 Comment

“Tyler, can I taste that?” “You wouldn’t like it, Tuck. It tastes like shoes.” Well, that’s one approach to keep…

Lipstick

Tricia Lott Williford June 7, 2012 3 Comments

Every writer has routines. Perhaps superstitions. A favorite song or CD or playlist to write to. A must-have candle burning. …

Nearly Irreversible

Tricia Lott Williford June 6, 2012 5 Comments

Dear Tricia, I just want to thank you again for sharing your story. Your recount of Robb’s death is forever…

Look Who Came to the Party

Tricia Lott Williford May 27, 2012 7 Comments

Once upon a time, there was a girl. The girl’s friend had a birthday party. The friend invited the girl.…

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