Monthly Archives: May 2021

Bringing Him Forward

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Ara Hagopian's The LITERATE Show

Al would want me to order two ice cream cones. “Get one for me,” he’d say, so I would do that. I’ll buy two ice creams and give one to a friend. I don’t tell them it’s from my buddy. … Continue reading →

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Perimeter

Posted on May 29, 2021 by Ara Hagopian's The LITERATE Show

I want you back home. I want you to walk the perimeter of our town’s public park again, Glens Falls New York. Remember how it felt, to get out there in the early morning, when it was just the birds … Continue reading →

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Why is Yes So Hard For Me to Say?

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Ara Hagopian's The LITERATE Show

Fighting the tendency to say “No” is something I say yes to every day. I don’t want to say No when I’m asked if I want something, or if I want to do something. I don’t want to respond to … Continue reading →

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A Deep Dive Into Precious Cards

Posted on May 22, 2021 by Ara Hagopian's The LITERATE Show

Condolence cards age like nothing can touch them. They may be paper, but they’re powerful. You don’t have to be great at writing heartfelt wishes. When you send a sympathy card, your effort is great, all by itself. Condolence cards … Continue reading →

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