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Edwina, Pretty Edwina

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Madame Paradox

A dark and creepy tale inspired by a rather unusual photo. Edwina, pretty Edwina sits in the window. See her shoes, those shiny shoes, the finely tanned leather, and the smart buckles? A fine custom shoe the cobbler sells, yes … Continue reading →

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Beware Supervillains, My Nose Will Defeat You

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Madame Paradox

By day, she is the mild mannered Madame Paradox, aspiring author. But at night, oh at night Ladies and Gentleman, a beast is unleashed. One with powers heretofore unheard of on this planet. For you see, deep in the superhero … Continue reading →

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Mr. Whatshisname And The Old Biddies

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Madame Paradox

Trying something new this week. Used the silly photo below as inspiration to create a short story. Hope you enjoy it. Lottie and Clara didn’t like the looks of the new neighbor. He must have moved in late one night … Continue reading →

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I Don’t Eat Spotted Dick, But I Could Try

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Madame Paradox

Lately I’ve noticed online I’m enjoying the company of many people from the UK. Although it’s probably because they happen to be lovely and entertaining, there’s something more, something until recently I couldn’t quite put my finger on. It has … Continue reading →

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Evolution, It’s Not Just For Dogs With Gas

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Madame Paradox

Some of you may recall I mentioned our family dog Pepper and his digestive issues in an earlier post. Poor Pepper. As a puppy he was sick all the time until the vet determined he was born without the ability … Continue reading →

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In Case This Writing Thing Doesn’t Pan Out – Xmas Edition

Posted on December 24, 2010 by Madame Paradox

I’m considering a few career alternatives. Which one do you prefer?

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What The Hell Do I Know About Santa’s Memoirs?

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Madame Paradox

I know, you’re confused. But Heidi you say, why does a nice Jewish girl from the suburbs think she can talk about the Kringle Extraordinaire? Point taken. But I figure if I simply apply my enthusiasm for chocolate and lingerie, … Continue reading →

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An Off-Kilter Lens

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Madame Paradox

Those of you who read My Safari Through The Asphalt Jungle might have noticed a particularly intriguing detail.  A sentence of graffiti I discovered spray painted on a wall that read, “A lifetime of distorted judgements -Elbow Joe”.  Of course … Continue reading →

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My Safari Through The Asphalt Jungle

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Madame Paradox

No matter the love hate relationship I may have with Manhattan it is, and shall always be, an exquisite place to be a writer.  A place that cries out to be observed and catalogued for future explorations into the funny, … Continue reading →

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A Few Love Letters To The Stupid Box

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Madame Paradox

Dear Ghost Hunters: Even though I’ve spent years in advertising and am well versed in the art of video manipulation, I am completely on board.  Just because there are never two cameras to corroborate moving objects doesn’t mean people should … Continue reading →

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