Sally ran. She ran away from her mother and the only home she knew. She ran from the past, through the present and into the unknown. She ran from an alley that was her place of discovery. A land where her dreams sprung unspoiled by men, mothers and grownups. She ran from an alley that … Read More “Sally’s Alley” »
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I have to admit I am a closeted Kelley Clarkson fan. I’m not sure why other than some of the songs that I have listened from her deal with depressing themes. One song in particular I feel is particularly representative of my own experience is, “Because of You”. Because of You by Kelly Clarkson “I … Read More “Because of You” »
Well this may be the beginning of the end for my http://rchennau.blogger.com blog. I’m going to attempt to install Microsoft Office 2007 Server which has the latest release of SharePoint. This will allow me to close the circle on attempting to find a blog solution that I can host that did not require lots of … Read More “Blog from Word 2007” »
Small jolt here in San Leandro.
It was raining. It was a smooth rain. The kind that feels like tears. Full of sadness and regret. I was in an alley. Not much of an alley. It was a tiny sliver. A dirty finger between buildings. I was waiting for the job. Dawn was approaching. The rain was steady. I was stolid. … Read More “Milk and Toast too” »
Sally was precocious. Each moment to her was poignant and new. Little bundles of happiness bubbled in her and opened up like blossoms in a field of flowers. She held within her the exuberance little girls are in that age between child and woman. In her heart was joy, in her hands warmth and in … Read More “Milk and Toast” »
The day was full of wind and clouds. A light rain had come with the morning and by afternoon the promise of spring was palatable in the air. Still the clouds and the wind played with one another chasing after each. The sun gentle and warm pressed golden fingers of warmth against the clouds trying … Read More “Wind and Ashes” »
It was bright. It was the hard shine of heat and cactus. Sun sharp with corners and angles. I don’t like bright. It exhibits. It brightens dark things. It makes me edgy. I was doing a job. A job in the day. I hate it that way. To much potential. Potential for being heard. Potential … Read More “Vodka, Neat” »
Ya Ya passed away in our arms today resting peacefully. He will be sorely missed by family and friends. He was only nine years old when he passed. We all love you Ya Ya and miss you. Rest in peace.
It was late. I had that tired feeling. The kind that leaves grit on your teeth and a rock in your gut. I was low. Low on cash, low on luck and low on mood. There were few patrons left in this dark, smelly hole of a bar I had dragged into. I was looking … Read More “Daniel, Jack” »