“I had the severe stupids yesterday.” – Woody “Scott’s laugh should go on the quote board.” - Meghan “I would rather shove a hot poker in my eye than shoot static shots.” – Scott … Continue reading

There’s No Swearing in Biology
In the fall of 2009, the company I worked for closed unexpectedly. My mentor and friend, Merrie Sue Holtan, told me that I could become licensed to substitute teach in Minnesota. Having always wanted … Continue reading

Peeing and Screaming – Welcome to Kindergarten
In the fall of 2009, the company I worked for closed unexpectedly. My mentor and friend, Merrie Sue Holtan, told me that I could become licensed to substitute teach in Minnesota. Having always wanted … Continue reading

“Some Days You Feel Like a Dishrag”
In the fall of 2009, the company I worked for closed unexpectedly. My mentor and friend, Merrie Sue Holtan, told me that I could become licensed to substitute teach in Minnesota. Having always wanted … Continue reading

“I Won’t Fix What They do to You”
I’m usually good at planning ahead. I keep a tidy calendar. I try to arrive on time and I call if I’m going to be late. One thing I’m not good at is scheduling haircuts. I tend to wait until I need … Continue reading

What I Love About Saturdays
Saturday mornings are my sanctuary. While the rest of the city sleeps, I have the streets of Fargo to myself. I hook up the fur child to his leash and he starts listening to my every command. He … Continue reading

In Case of Emergency…
I don’t have a lot of experience with emergency rooms, but I’m pretty sure they’re supposed to be open in case of an actual emergency. Yet, there we were, at a small town ER with the doors locked. … Continue reading

Potlucks Require Strategic Sampling Tips
We all know people who have tips and tricks for a variety of situations. I have a friend who tells me the best day and time to shop at big box stores, I get great baking secrets from my mom and I have … Continue reading
Featured April Quotations
“Stupid men. I hate my gender.” - Romyn "It’s a minor character flaw…being evil." – Lisa “The ball’s in your court …throw it at his head.” – Sarah … Continue reading

Roller Skates and Bling
In the fall of 2009, the company I worked for closed unexpectedly. My mentor and friend, Merrie Sue Holtan, told me that I could become licensed to substitute teach in Minnesota. Having always wanted … Continue reading