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Schemes! Schemes! Schemes!

When Dan and I watch Brooklyn 99 (which we do rather frequently), I am reminded each episode that I am a combination of Amy, Jake, and Hitchcock. For those who don’t know, Hitchcock is a pervert who sexually harasses everyone. Amy is a type-A uptight personality who seeks validation from superiors. And Jake, dear, sweet Jake, is a well-meaning goofball who is always getting everyone … Continue reading Schemes! Schemes! Schemes!

Renata LeoSeptember 7, 2022September 7, 20221 Comment

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Sunday Scribblings – #110 Watch

Happy Sunday, everyone! Every Wednesday, blogging buddy Aaron over at The Confusing Middle posts a “Sunday Scribblings” prompt for other bloggers to ponder and respond to on the following Sunday. If you’re a blogger looking for more inspiration, I highly recommend jumping in and joining in on the fun! This week’s prompt is: Watch! I don’t own many watches…you know, since I have a device … Continue reading Sunday Scribblings – #110 Watch

Renata LeoJune 19, 2022June 19, 20223 Comments

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Renata the Flirt

If you’ve been following along with this blog, you’ve read a bit about my polyamorous dating life and how forward I am. Nowadays, whenever I feel like I vibe with someone, I ask if they wanna be besties, but way back when, I was asking people out and dropping my number left and right. Word to the wise: do not ask out the local pharmacist … Continue reading Renata the Flirt

Renata LeoMay 18, 2022May 18, 202210 Comments

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Sunday Scribblings – #105 Chocolate

Happy Sunday, everyone! Every Wednesday, blogging buddy Aaron over at The Confusing Middle posts a “Sunday Scribblings” prompt for other bloggers to ponder and respond to on the following Sunday. If you’re a blogger looking for more inspiration, I highly recommend jumping in and joining in on the fun! This week’s prompt is: Chocolate! I was at the bakery on Friday morning picking up breakfast … Continue reading Sunday Scribblings – #105 Chocolate

Renata LeoMay 15, 2022May 15, 202227 Comments

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What Happened on May 11th?

Finally, this year, May 11th falls on a Wednesday. May 11th is a very important day for me. Why, you may ask? The reality is that I don’t really know… You see, 10 years ago, at the end of my freshman year of college, May 11th 2012, I couldn’t shake the feeling that the date was significant for some reason. The date stuck out in … Continue reading What Happened on May 11th?

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