Monthly Archives: January 2012

Maybe I Do Love Writing (42)

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Riba

Maybe I do love writing like I’d love a sister who could set my teeth clenching like no other, whose icky tone of voice would mirror mine, who might not speak her judgment out loud but the phone would be … Continue reading →

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The Twisting (Twisted?) Writer’s Road (41)

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Riba

When people find out I’m a teacher they ask me, “Do you love it?” I am never able to give them the resounding “Yes!” their breathless question begs. I talk about the ten-year learning curve for basic competency, all the … Continue reading →

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Why I Write (40)

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Riba

I write because I love language. I write because I am a terrible snob, and I believe only my truth is real. I write in order to dig to China. I write to meet dragons and dolphins and stand before … Continue reading →

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