Rao’s Bakery. The Voodoo That You Do So Well.

January 30, 2012

Sweets, like silent soldiers, stood at attention awaiting my attack. At Rao’s Bakery, in Beaumont, this morning I couldn’t help but wax poetic about the magnificent pastries on display. Because I was killing time waiting to teach a writing workshop, I was overcome with simile and alliteration … sorry about that. But, I’m not apologetic [...]

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Luxurious Accommodations. Only The Good Friday

January 30, 2009

Do any of y’all travel for business? This is NOT what I usually see when I walk in the door of a hotel room! On my last trip to Beaumont, Texas I got lucky. Usually, I wind up staying in a hotel that is only “adequate.” Since I am working in schools, I’m done with [...]

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Lest You Think Business Travel Is Exciting

November 27, 2007

I told you before that business travel isn’t exciting. I meant what I said. Y’all, I had stayed for one night at this “inn” a few days ago. I’m back for most of this week, but I’m not here by choice. It’s what my patron arranges for me. I don’t have to pay for it, [...]

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