January 2015 - R.C. Brophy Gets There

Can’t wait to fish

July 29, 2015January 27, 2015 by R.C. Brophy

As I sit here working later than usual, I dream of fishing. The day on the lake back in the woods seems as clear to me as if it were yesterday. The lake (which shall remain nameless lest others hope to seek out my prime spot) is only five miles away, but it takes 45 … Read more

A day without sun

July 29, 2015January 19, 2015 by R.C. Brophy

So, I had A Day Without Snow, as one blog title. I will try this one today, since it is what I see when I look out the window. The sky is gray. It doesn’t look like it would be a particularly inviting day, however, it is mid-January, and it is supposed to get up … Read more

A snow day with no snow

July 29, 2015January 7, 2015 by R.C. Brophy

I received a phone call this morning at 6:01 a.m. from the school’s automated message system. The recorded voice informed me that there would be no school today. There was no explanation given as to why, nor could I ask the recorded voice any questions. Consequently, I sit looking out my window at the clear … Read more

Check yourself before you wreck yourself

July 29, 2015January 6, 2015 by R.C. Brophy

I am not a physically violent person. I sometimes talk a little smack, but all in all, I am a fairly peaceful, non-confrontational type of gal. I do, however, get a little aggressive about a few things. One of these few things just happens to be track etiquette. I am a member of the local … Read more