Category Archives: tv/movies

The Zombie Teacher

Posted on May 8, 2013 by charliegreenberry

The following is a bit of flash fiction I’ve had in a notebook for a while. Since yesterday was Teacher Appreciation Day and because I just gave my last final of the semester, I’m sharing it. I hate to explain … Continue reading →

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7 Things Your University Instructors Wished You Already Knew

Posted on July 23, 2012 by charliegreenberry

1. The syllabus is like your bible. Only, you should actually read it, not just hold it in your hands and yell at people like some folks do. Also, don’t make a religion out of your class, and, if you … Continue reading →

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Hollywood, Here’s my Movie Pitch

Posted on May 20, 2012 by charliegreenberry

We are constantly being bombarded by terrible movies, and, after watching one last night, I realize that I have what it takes to write them.  Don’t worry, I won’t forget you when I am famous. Here’s my pitch. Ok, remember … Continue reading →

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Superheroes, Hegemony, and Normal People

Posted on May 15, 2012 by charliegreenberry

I am thoroughly convinced that our reactions to superheroes says all anyone needs to know about our personalities. Now, I’ll admit, I never really was one for comic books, but turn those books into cartoons or movies, and I am all over … Continue reading →

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I am a picky watcher of TV. In fact, I don’t even subscribe to any cable or satellite services. I don’t take suggestions easily, mostly because anytime someone says the words “You would like” I have to wonder how anyone else knows … Continue reading →

Posted on March 20, 2012 by charliegreenberry | 3 Comments

Lie to me, Please

Posted on October 1, 2011 by charliegreenberry

I live a lie. “What’s  your name?” he shouted over the crowd and the rap beat, bumping up through the soles of our feet and rattling our rib cages. “Uh, Lucy.” I answer with a coy smile. “Like in the … Continue reading →

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What is it Good for? Absolutely Nothing

Posted on August 19, 2011 by charliegreenberry

Today I’m bombarded by a barrage of sentences at work. I’m compiling instructor guides so that they can easily pull up activities for their students. I exhausted my own resources last week; this week the list was in my inbox again. I need … Continue reading →

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A Love Affair

Posted on June 7, 2011 by charliegreenberry

       It all started very simply. It wasn’t in Paris, Milan, or even New York, and I wasn’t a plucky young woman looking for love and laughter, independence and attention. No, I was younger. Six. Five even. It was one of … Continue reading →

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