Author Archives: eportugal4
My Love for Her — Kerry – 4/11/2016
My Love for Her April 11, 2016 I have a little girl I adore more than I can say. Her bright curls cage the sun, and her vivacity and unique approach to life captures my heart. As with all of … Continue reading
Busted Birthday – Elaina – 04/07/16
Busted Birthday – Elaina Portugal April 7th, 2016 Dear Reader- I’m going to be 50 this June. It’s not a birthday that’s caused me angst. Aside from wanting to lose a few more pounds and attaining my motorcycle license, I’ve … Continue reading
Photo Identity- Kerry E.B. Black – 04/05/16
April 5th, 2016 Photo Identity – Kerry E.B. Black Dear Reader- In a society obsessed with image, where care is taken to produce a nonchalant selfie… Despite hiring an attorney, facing the court to petition for guardianship for … Continue reading
The Right to Be Culpable — Amanda – 3/31/2016
The Right to Be Culpable March 31, 2016 When I heard Donald Trump’s comments on abortion Wednesday—the formerly pro-choice Republican candidate said that if abortion was illegal, women who sought one should be punished, and then under pressure from all … Continue reading
Different Kind of Holiday — Kerry – 3/28/2016
Different Kind of Holiday March 28, 2016 This Easter morning, I rise with the sun. Nursery pink mingles with grey-blue stratus clouds, fading to salmon and gold as day breaks. I wait for the breakfasts in bed we ordered last … Continue reading
Horny Men Always Wanna Ride – Elaina – 03/23/16
Horny Men Always Wanna Ride-Elaina Portugal March 23, 2016 Dear Reader- He strutted into my store walking like he’d just dismounted a horse. With a healthy snort filled with the sound of mucus and a quick clearing of his throat, … Continue reading
A Letter to My Children — Kerry – 3/21/2016
A Letter to My Children March 21, 2016 Dear Children, I wasn’t always as boring as you perceive me. I notice your rolled eyes and patronization. I suppose to you I am a doddering fool whose grasp of these modern … Continue reading
Political Crack — Guest Angela Lindseth – 3/18/2016
Please welcome today’s guest writer, Angela L. Lindseth. Angela grew up in South Dakota on the family homestead. She has a geological engineering degree and a journeyman electrician license; however, thanks to her beautiful sister, Angela is writing full time. … Continue reading
Happy Thoughts — Kerry – 3/14/2016
Happy Thoughts March 14, 2016 Today has been a rough day. All parents have them, days that jackhammer the foundation and cover every experience with the dust of broken hearts, crumpled promises, and decimated plans. Like wrecking balls, the kids … Continue reading