*The below first appeared on Hey Holl on June 11, 2010. It's always been one of my favorites. Enjoy! First time it happened, we lived on Biscayne in the heart of "beautiful" NMB. Second time was in the illustrious "City of Excellence." Now, in the quiet hallow of the plantation, it has happened yet again. … Continue reading fire alarm social
Reflections
enough is enough
This week has been unlike anything that I've ever seen. The country is raging with anger, sadness, pain, and frustration. Once again, a black man has lost his life at the hands of the police. For nearly nine minutes, Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into the back of George Floyd's neck, as he lay face … Continue reading enough is enough
not all heroes wear capes
THANK YOU to all of the frontline workers currently putting thier health and safety on the line for us. THANK YOU to the doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and hospital staff. THANK YOU to the police, firefighters, EMTs and other first responders. THANK YOU to the grocery store clerks, retail workers, postal workers, janitorial staff and … Continue reading not all heroes wear capes
the life and times of juror no. 2463
*Who doesn't LOVE jury duty? Me, that's who. The below first appeared on Hey Holl on August 18, 2010. Enjoy! I approached my mail that day like any other day. I came home, set my lunch tote down, and proceeded to flip through the stack of junk mail and bills that were strewn about the … Continue reading the life and times of juror no. 2463
confessions of the romantically challenged
First appeared on my first blog, Hey Holl, on February 12, 2009... Full disclosure, I am now happily married. However, this has remained one of my favorite pieces that I've written. Well, it's that time of the year again! Insanely huge stuffed animals clutching roses or hearts embroidered with "Be Mine" line store shelves. Bags … Continue reading confessions of the romantically challenged
solicitation 101: part two
*This was one of the most horrifying experiences that I have ever had in my life. All of this while I was dressed in a button down shirt and layered with a sweater in the 80 degree South Florida heat. Originally appeared on Hey Holl on October 2, 2008. So, we're in downtown WPB and … Continue reading solicitation 101: part two
solicitation 101: part one
*The below first appeared on Hey Holl on October 1, 2008. Enjoy! Have you ever had someone walk up to you and offer to sell you something that seemed too good to be true? Discounts to your favorite restaurant? Perhaps, even tickets to a sporting event? If not, you are about to get a first … Continue reading solicitation 101: part one
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