Dirtbag Writer

Compromising Values and Jaw Bones?

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by Writer.

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Last night I dreamt that the right half of my jaw literally fell out of mouth, at first I thought it had to do with the Nova episode I watched last night about Machu Picchu (there were lots and lots of skeletons and jawbones and teeth – check it out it is awesome). But then [...]

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Here’s to Pura Vida and a Hopeful Return to Costa Rica

Posted on 13. Feb, 2010 by Writer.

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There I was my first year into a PhD program in Social Psychology and everything was going according to plan but something didn’t feel right. I felt like there was something out there just outside my grasp, something bigger, something grander that I was suppose to do. December 12, 2005 – I want to run [...]

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7 Ways to Keep Entertained on Solo Road Trips

Posted on 10. Feb, 2010 by Writer.

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After keeping myself thoroughly entertained for nearly 9 hours in my car this past Monday, I thought I would share some of my road tripping entertainment secrets. I actually look forward to some solo time in the car – I can sing as loud as I want without my boyfriends berating “are you really going [...]

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Why I Love the West: Crazy Earth Art & Open Space

Posted on 03. Feb, 2010 by Writer.

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It is no coincidence that the ultimate event in self-expression, Burning Man, occurs every August in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada. Whether it is ancient rock art, massive earth work pieces (Michael Heizer’s work) or mind-tripping burning playa works – Nevada and the rest of the West are breeding ground for artistic expression. In [...]

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And They Spelled My Name Wrong (Again)

Posted on 01. Feb, 2010 by Writer.

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I was at the Outdoor Retailer’s Convention the other week and picked up the March copy of Trail Runner magazine pre-release date. My heart began to race with excitement as I thumbed through the pages of the magazine searching for my name in print (the first time it will appear in a real magazine). And [...]

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Add More Money to the Travel Fund with a Financial Fast

Posted on 27. Jan, 2010 by Writer.

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So starting to freak a bit – the financials are depleting at a rapid pace. I guess it is time for some sort of financial intervention.

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Why I Love the West: Amazing Natural Hot Springs

Posted on 20. Jan, 2010 by Writer.

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Today I am introducing a new series entitled “Why I Love the West”. The American West is the ultimate destination for extreme budget travelers. Besides the cost of a car and fuel, you can learn to scrape by on practically nothing with free camp spots and plenty of no cost sights to keep you entertained [...]

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Time Audit Results: Freelance Writing and Managing Distractions

Posted on 18. Jan, 2010 by Writer.

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The results of my time audit are in and well they are exactly as I had feared – I am a horrendous time waster. Although I don’t piss away hours at the TV or on the phone, I spend several hours in front of the computer willing beautiful prose to spontaneously compose while I stare [...]