Monthly Archives: June 2007

Random Friday–Something Real (does) Not Fade Away

Posted on June 15, 2007 by Marisa

1. Read Dress – Jonatha Brook (Steady Pull) 2. Groovin’ – Aretha Franklin (Lady Soul) 3. C.C. Rider – Grateful Dead (Dick’s Picks) 4. Something Real – Indigo Girls (All That We Let In) 5. Lucky Ball & Chain – … Continue reading →

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I am not a quick-change artist

Posted on June 13, 2007 by Marisa

When I was a kid, I was really terrible at handling change. I couldn’t stand it when activities and events would alter from the path that I had been ready for. Unexpected moments would send me into teary conniptions. My … Continue reading →

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Just a little local press

Posted on June 12, 2007 by Marisa

Make sure to check out the edition of the Philadelphia Weekly that hits the streets tomorrow, as there is a story in there about my Reading Terminal Market blogging project.  I was both taken aback and flattered that they were … Continue reading →

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Loving action, Dilbert-style

Posted on June 8, 2007 by Marisa

Growing up, I was the luckiest kind of kid, because I had two parents who loved me beyond measure.  No matter what crappy things happened in my life, I knew absolutely that my parents adored me, would take care of … Continue reading →

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Random Friday–Hark! Oh Sister!

Posted on June 8, 2007 by Marisa

1. Paths of Victory – Bob Dylan (The Bootleg Series) 2. Forever For Her – The White Stripes (Get Behind Me Satan) 3. Some Day You Gotta Dance – Dixie Chicks (Fly) 4. Can’t Take Love For Granted – Mary … Continue reading →

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Pineapple Memories

Posted on June 7, 2007 by Marisa

When I was 22, I spent the summer in Indonesia.  While I was there, I took a two-day bus trip across the island of Java.  We started out in Jakarta and made our way over to Bali.  Somewhere towards the … Continue reading →

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It's official. I know everyone in Philadelphia

Posted on June 6, 2007 by Marisa

Sitting at the stoplight at Midvale Ave., waiting to turn left onto Kelly Drive, I noticed a car was trying to cross over Midvale from the gas station parking lot to the right turn lane.  I made some space and … Continue reading →

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A brief check-in during which I don't say much of anything at all

Posted on June 5, 2007 by Marisa

I promised myself that when I started up the Reading Terminal Market blog that I wouldn’t forsake this one for that new and shiny website. Well, that resolution is falling all to pieces, as I’m having a hard time keeping … Continue reading →

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Fork You: Rub Your Breasts*

Posted on June 4, 2007 by Marisa

Check out this latest episode of Fork You, in which we roast a chicken on top of a bed of veggies. Easy and delicious. Especially good with a side of steamed broccoli. *I would just like to comment, for the … Continue reading →

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The most influential teacher of my high school career has died

Posted on June 2, 2007 by Marisa

When I was a sophomore in high school, I was on my school’s Constitution Team.  Each year more than 100 students applied for the 30 available spots on the team, so it was an honor to be awarded a position … Continue reading →

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