Tag Archives: humor

I Love to Swear: In Praise of “Spicy” Words

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Barbara McAfee

I am in the studio recording my fourth CD and I am swearing my head off. I apologize to my producer for all of the cursing. I cuss a lot in the recording studio. I love being there, but the … Continue reading →

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My Ethnic Food – A Musical Tribute to “Lake Wobegon Cuisine”

Posted on August 7, 2015 by Barbara McAfee

I am at a potluck in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The hostess has asked us each to bring a dish that reflects our ethnic food. There is a huge and glorious spread from all over the world: African peanut stew, Thai noodles, … Continue reading →

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What If?

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Barbara McAfee

I’m just being exactly who I am right now and seeing how that goes. After spending nearly half of my time on planet Earth in some kind of earnest form of self-development, I’m giving it up. That’s right, for the … Continue reading →

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Taming your brain rats

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Barbara McAfee

Negative self-talk is a signal that you’re on the verge of learning something new. Swimmers at Lincoln Park swimming pool, 1925 | Photo via Seattle Municipal Archives You are about to take a big risk, inhabit your true power, or … Continue reading →

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