Lily CapstickChimichangas, Beds, and Golf CartsIn the summer of 2016, I signed up to work Reunions at my college. Reunions is the big ol’ party for alumni, where they are able to rent…Jan 3, 2019Jan 3, 2019
Lily CapstickAdult Small TalkFor someone who believes she has social skills but often proves otherwise, awkward interactions are common place. Misunderstandings…Dec 17, 2018Dec 17, 2018
Lily CapstickAt the Dinner TableThe dinner table, at my third WWOOFing location, has assigned seats. Unofficially of course, but I sit across from Evelyn, the 64 year old…Nov 24, 2018Nov 24, 2018
Lily CapstickOne Spoiled American, Two Soiled RoomsWWOOFing, (Worldwide Work On Organic Farms) might seem like a dream to a recent graduate. A chance to try something new in a new…Nov 12, 2018Nov 12, 2018
Lily CapstickAn Old Man and a CandleWorking at the Llama I lived in constant fear of a few things. First, that my dress was see-through. Quite rational fear, I believe…Oct 20, 2018Oct 20, 2018
Lily CapstickThe Norwegian Air Shuttle to the Twilight ZoneA balding man with a long ginger(ish) beard sits next to his Russian wife who is twice his height. They are conversing with a blond woman…Oct 6, 2018Oct 6, 2018
Lily CapstickA Night at The LlamaImagine, me– a wee hostess at an up and coming hip and expensive restaurant. Let’s call it, “The Llama,” with one Michelin Star and a…Sep 29, 2018Sep 29, 2018