by Amanda Read Sheik | Jul 6, 2014 | Fair Hills Farm, Journal, Politics, Style
At 238 years of age, I suppose it’s about time that America can no longer blame decline and error on youthful indiscretion. Here are some observations about a particular 4th of July-themed film that annoyed some readers more than I anticipated (I offended fans...
by Amanda Read Sheik | Jun 18, 2008 | Journal
I came home Saturday with this feeling of needing to study – but no, the studying has already been done! The test has been taken – there is no going back or drilling strategies into my brain with the hopes of accomplishing what is subconsciously expected of me or what...
by Amanda Read Sheik | Jan 23, 2008 | Journal, Literary Projects, The Crusading Chemist
Well, today was my 18th birthday. I believe my littlest siblings were more excited about it than I was (cake and celebrations are so fresh and new in their young minds). When I was but 10 I often said, “I only have 8 years left before I become officially an...
by Amanda Read Sheik | Jan 1, 2008 | Journal, Literary Projects
What have I been doing all this time, exactly? Experiencing our miniature festivities of the closing year and completing my debut screenplay (ha) so I can then focus on completing my course work and then write and paint ’till the end of time….or something...
by Amanda Read Sheik | Jun 8, 2007 | Journal, Literary Projects
So now… I have had quite a lot going on lately. This week began with a mild amount of house cleaning, as we were preparing for company. John Y. is our guest this time (I’ve mentioned his previous visits before). We always have such a great time when he...
