September Song
I saw a man walking with his daughters. After the man yelled at the older girl, the younger one trailed behind, pretending to row, and sang, “Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily, life is but a...
View ArticleAsk Erin and Lisa!: Everyone is Lying (and you're thinking about it way too...
Erin: We’re back again to usher in September with another round of questions. Your ready to do this, Lisa? Lisa: Yes.Erin: Onward!Q.I broke up with my girlfriend of 7 months today. She has cheated on...
View ArticleFriday Suggestions- Chill Out
It's Friday. It's Labor Day weekend. I hope you get to chill before it all starts up again next week. Here are some suggestions for doing just that....because you should read more and some poetry...
View ArticleFriday Suggestions 9.11.15
Today is like any other day, but it's not, because the body remembers and the body reminds you and the body reacts. But, we move forward because that's what we do and that's how we survive. To that...
View ArticleA Poem For You (Yes, You) Volume I
Maybe today you could really use a poem. So, I've picked one out for you (yes, you) by Rebecca Lindenberg. (Also, I love that sculpture- see above.) Man vs. WomanThe woman lies on her back as women...
View ArticleFriday Suggestions on a Tuesday, Are You Crazy? 9.29.15
Yeah, I missed posting this on Friday, because I am lame, sometimes. But, it's Tuesday and it feels like Monday. You need a boost to get the week started, again. You're drained from the #SuperBloodMoon...
View ArticleA Poem For You (Yes, You) Volume 2
(One of my favorite paintings in one of my favorite museums)Another week, another poem for you. The poem comes from Chanel Brenner's moving, transcendent book, Vanilla Milk, a memoir told in poems. She...
View ArticleFriday Suggestions (Back on a Friday Where They Belong) 10.2.15
Friday suggestions are back where they belong. Have a spooky weekend! xoxoBecause if you're in L.A., you should see this. Listen.Because we love dance and Eleanor is dancing again!! You should read...
View ArticleFriday Suggestions: On a Friday That Inexplicably Feels Like a Monday 10.9.15
Dear Dudes and Chicas, Why does this week's end feel like the beginning of a long week for me? You have any answers? Oh well, it is, in fact, Friday and here are my suggestions for you...to listento...
View ArticleAsk Erin!: Burned in the Bay & The Boa Constrictor
It’s been awhile, my friends. You’ve got questions. I’ve got answers. A brand new installment of Ask Erin!, where you’re sure to get good advice, given poorly….Q. I moved to NY at 23, with a naive...
View ArticleA Poem For You (Yes, You) Volume 3
In honor of his birthday today, a poem for you by E.E. Cummings. you said Isthere anything which is dead or alive more beautifulthan my body,to have in your fingers(trembling ever so little)?...
View ArticleAsk Erin!: Am I Being Ghosted and How Do I Tolerate An Intolerant Friend?
Well, hello there. I hope everyone is having a splendid week. I, for one, am reeling at the realization that we are 3/4 of the way through October. What?! Alright, you have questions, I’ve got...
View ArticleFriday Suggestions 10.23.15
Did you know that 23 is my favorite number? Regardless, it's Friday and here are my (music heavy) suggestions for you.Listen (I cannot wait for this album!!)Listen some more.And, listen even more....
View ArticleAsk Erin!: I Have Sexual Tension With a Friend, What Should I Do?
Sexual tension between friends vis-a-vis comparisons to your favorite 80s films? Check! Shall we?Q.I thought dating was supposed to get easier as I got older! I have a close friend. There has...
View ArticleAsk Erin!: I Have Feelings For My Co-Worker, Should I Pursue A Relationship?
Here we are, November. Let's get to it. Q.So, there’s a lady at work I’ve been crushing on. I know work relationships aren't ideal, but it gets worse. She's in a relationship.However, she's far from...
View ArticleCurrent Mood And I'm Just Gonna Go With It
Last week was less than stellar. I am sad, for a variety of reasons. In the grand scheme, everything is good, this will pass. But, right here, right now, I'm just letting myself feel it. And in honor...
View ArticleAsk Erin!: Should I Tell My Lover That His Wife Has A Big Secret?
Shall we? Q.I’m 39 years old, female, and I have no idea how my life turned into such a soap opera. Here's the short story. I’ve been having an affair with a guy I used to work with for about a year...
View ArticleAsk Erin!: Is He Just Not That Into Me?
Without further ado......Q.Hi, I’m a 31 year old woman. I met a guy at a party, he took my number, and texted me first. I responded. Then I called him a couple days later and he called me back. We had...
View ArticleLeftover Friday Suggestions On A Tuesday Because YOLO
Oh, November, what a sad, strange month you have been. If you're in need of distraction, here are some suggestions for you....To ReadTo WatchTo Listen (Because after you rent or buy the short film...
View ArticleAsk Erin:! Do I Keep Seeing Someone I’m Not Sure About?
Q. Ahhhhh! Help, I don’t want to be “that guy!” I met a girl on Tinder. Our first date went pretty well. We hit it off. We’ve had 2 more dates since, including spending a day in the park and grabbing...
View ArticleI'm Going To Say It Again, Because Our Response To Tragedy Isn't Working
Last week, another mass shooting occurred in San Bernadino, California. As developments unfolded, my Facebook news feed was flooded with news articles, updates, and personal thoughts. Much like what...
View ArticleAsk Erin: How Do I Deal With Feeling Isolated As A Single Parent?
Q.I need help dealing with isolation as a single parent. This is my first Christmas, since splitting from my ex-husband. He left when my son was 7 months old, almost a year ago, for another woman.I...
View ArticleGTFO 2015
Dear 2015,We've had some laughs and a few more tears. I'm not sorry to see you go, so I will just say....CHEERS!What are you most looking forward to in 2016? I am looking forward to A LOT. I want...
View ArticleSmiling and waving and looking so fine....
I woke up before dawn, from a strange dream. I picked up my phone to check the time. 4:58 AM. I saw that I had 3 notifications, it was my turn on Words With Friends, someone new has started following...
View ArticleThese Days
These days have been busy and I've neglected this blog. Maybe you care, maybe you don't. Because I'm focusing on work elsewhere and working on a book, I won't be posting quite as much on here. BUT, I...
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