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THE GUEST WHO CAME TO DINNER REDUX, ADDICTION, ALCOHOLISM, ET AL

Posted on January 3, 2010 by refugee

Once again, the woman who stayed with us after 30 days of rehab has become extraordinarily intrusive. Now, I’m not sure whether addiction’s a disease or not. There are many arguments on both sides of that equation. What I am … Continue reading →

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'Tis over and still smarting

Posted on December 26, 2009 by refugee

Christmas. I thought about discussing the “spirit” of the holiday season, but it seems so trite, for lack of another characterization. There are blossoms of it here an there, but in reality, it’s about shopping, presents and food. Also, it … Continue reading →

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