Category Archives: Liz
UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
I am extremely fortunate to have family who support my every whim and always approve of my aimless lifestyle. The other day I spoke with my mother about my ever-elusive plans for the future. ME: “So, I think my best … Continue reading
CHURCH AND STATE
Today I received a letter in the mail. I rarely get post so I was initially delighted to discover an envelope bearing my name. Until I noticed that it also bore the stamp of the Finanzamt, or tax bureau. Immediately, … Continue reading
BEAT IT
Twice in as many days, I have witnessed men motioning at me in an immodest manner entailing a fixed stare accompanied by a vigorous jostling of junk. I’m not sure leering whilst palming one’s package is an acceptable greeting; perhaps … Continue reading
LOST AND FOUND
Heading back from a shop today, I noticed a shiny metal object sitting atop a cement post lining the walk path. Easily distracted by reflective items, I came to an abrupt halt to discover a striking silver bracelet sitting all … Continue reading
THE TIGER IN ME
After Tiger Wood’s state of his union address earlier today, I felt inclined to open up about an addiction that has been plaguing me as of late. I, too, love to ride without paying. Public transportation, that is. I doubt … Continue reading
CONSUMER FEEDBACK: NEW CHATTERBOX BY OUP
I am currently using Oxford University Press’s New Chatterbox to provide English language instruction to nine-year-old Turkish and German children. OUP has created a quality language manual, which has been indispensible during my tenure as an English teacher. My only criticism … Continue reading
ONLINE DATING
Today I had my first experience with online dating. I used to think this method of meeting people was for socially inept, desperate types. And I still do. However, a friend of mine, “Jess,” had me sign into her OK … Continue reading
PUPPY DOG TALES
Whilst waiting at a crosswalk earlier today, a woman walking her dog approached me in need of directions. Since she was speaking German, I blankly stared at her until she asked if English was better. It was. As we chatted … Continue reading
DOPPELGANGER WEEK
As many of you may have noticed, last week was Doppelganger Week on Facebook. While I prefer to think that my looks are unique, I have on occasion been told that I resemble someone famous. For example, once whilst reading … Continue reading
BOOMBASTIC
While “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes” continues to be a smash hit with my students, some of the children have expressed an interest in other songs referencing the body. For example, as I walked down the hall today, Pascal, one … Continue reading





