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Too Much in Response to “Dispatched Too”

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Julie Hooker

Perhaps it is the English teacher inside me.  Or, maybe it is simply that I have high expectations for those that hold public office. Regardless, to receive an email from the Wasatch County Sheriff that demonstrates his inability to master … Continue reading →

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My Navigation

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Julie Hooker

This letter does not get me to my heart’s desire, like Captain Jack Sparrow’s compass. But, it is the least I can do. It is all I can do. I’m not a sailor.  I’m not a pirate. I’m a writer. … Continue reading →

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Navigating Like Captain Jack Sparrow

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Julie Hooker

Navigating Like Captain Jack Sparrow   Captain Jack Sparrow’s compass appeared broken and useless. In reality, it had supernatural powers that directed the owner to what he or she most wanted.   Life might be a lot easier with a … Continue reading →

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4-Letter Words

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Julie Hooker

We knew we were in trouble if mom said, “Oh! H-E-double. . .” But, she never finished it. At six, thinking I was smarter than my parents, I wrote 4-letter words on paper and delivered to my mother at the … Continue reading →

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Walking Away

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Julie Hooker

This made the rounds on Facebook.  I re-posted it. It resonated with many of my friends. Today, I was reminded how difficult it is to walk away. In November, on Thanksgiving night, I was assaulted by the man I loved. Pinning … Continue reading →

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Norovirus = NoMoBHVirus

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Julie Hooker

New Year.  New Virus. After celebrating the New Year on 1/1 at 1:00 at Szechwan Chinese Kitchen and imbibing additional spirits and bubbly at the Hooker House, everything seemed to be falling into place for 2016. Then, on Saturday, January … Continue reading →

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