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“I Demand Change!” -“I Want My Guns!”- #ThoughtsAndPrayers

As I type these very words I am unsure whether or not I will post this. I  kind of made … More

Action, Debate, Florida, Guns, Mass Shooting, Policy Change, Violence

Wael and Anna: An Enchanting Duo – Musician Highlight

The overcast of muted grays with slivers of sunlight fighting its way through a light fog created a haunting affect … More

Classical, French Quarter, Inspiration, Music, New Orleans, Strings, Travel, Violin, Wael and Anna

I Am (Anything But Ordinary)

“I am a great admirer of mystery and magic. Look at this life, all mystery and magic.” – H. Houdini.  … More

Boss, Inspiration, Life, Reflection, Self Image, Strong Woman, Truth, Writing

Myrtle Beach Shooting: A World Divided

When it comes to politics, mass shootings, terrorist attacks etc., I usually never allow myself to comment on social media … More

Change, Hate Crimes, Myrtle Beach, Racism, Shooting, Violence

A Painter’s Muse 

With the tip of his paintbrush, he soaked up one of her tears. “You’re even more beautiful when you cry, … More

Books, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Inspiration, Mystery, Reading, Short Story, Story, Thriller, Tragedy, Writing

Feeling Nostalgic: Growing Up 90’s Style 

Why is time going so slow?! Two minutes left before lunch… (Bell rings). Finally! I throw my books into my … More

90's, Humor, Nostalgia, Reflection, Social Media, Teen

A Day (or a few) in New Orleans

Sometimes you find a place that just feels like home, like it is meant to be. I have always been … More

Arts, History, Inspiration, Jazz, Music, New Orleans, NOLA

Deep Cuts – Flash Fiction By Rebecca L. Taylor

I noticed her belly first. She was wearing a form-fitting, emerald green sweater that stretched over her rounded belly effortlessly. … More

Fiction, Flash Fiction, Reflection, Sadness, Short Story, Writing

Wait A Second… I’m Thirty?!

Thirteen Going on Thirty is what comes to mind when admitting to myself out loud that I actually crossed the … More

Dirty Thirty, Humor, Lessons, Life, Lists, Thirty, Wisdom

The Old Wooden Footbridge – A Short Story by Rebecca L. Taylor

“Do you ever wonder where they go?” Anna was gazing down at the water rushing past her feet. “Where who … More

Fiction, Life, Loss, Reflection, Short Story

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