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A Reading and A Dinosaur

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Are you going to be in the general Statesboro, Georgia area around, say 2:30 tomorrow?  And are you looking for something awesome to do?  Because there’s something awesome going on in the general Statesboro, Georgia area around 2:30 tomorrow — specifically, that something awesome is going on the Georgia Southern University campus, at the Georgia … Continue reading »

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The Story Behind “The Damage”

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In which Emma has a dream come true and talks about it for you. AND MAKES HER SUMMARY RHYME. Continue reading »

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“And on the radio you hear ‘November Rain;’ that solo’s awful long, but it’s got a good refrain.”*

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In which I announce the fact that I’m going to be on the radio tomorrow and talk about how awful the weather is today, which may or may not also happen tomorrow on the radio. Continue reading »

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Dear Mr. Coffee

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Dear Mr. Coffee, I have, yet again, felt the terror of your hatred and disdain. At this point, it’s all too clear: we have grown apart, and so have our wants and needs. It’s over, Mr. Coffee. I wish you the best. And no, we cannot be friends. Good luck with your future endeavors at … Continue reading »

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Sometimes things are exciting …

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In which Emma talks about some Seriously Exciting Things and gives so many links your head may explode with all the awesome. Continue reading »

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The Witches Are Flying Your Way

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In which Emma invites the people of the greater Birmingham area to come and hear her and Kate Greenstreet read. Y’all, it’s gonna be a THING. Continue reading »

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Malificae, Or Why Josh Groban Should Probably Marry Me.

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In which Emma makes a Very Major Announcement and once again declares her love for Josh Groban. Continue reading »

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That Was The Week That Was: Week Twenty-Five

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In which Emma makes a positive life decision and posts cat photos, of course. Continue reading »

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That Was The Week That Was: Week Twenty-Four

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In which Emma talks about her week and stuff, you know, like she does. Continue reading »

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Some Sundry Announcements and Stuff

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In which Emma announces two upcoming and totally exciting events. Continue reading »