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On being a writer

Monday Chills

So…there was a week. And a weekend. Broke down and turned on the heater and donned my light-weight Harley hoody. It’s not Winter yet because I’m still in flip-flops rather than my fuzzy-slipper boots. I remember the days when my … Continue reading

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Friday Sinema: Dog Approved

Ya know, I think it’s time for some smiles, a few chuckles, maybe even a laugh out loud. I know I can identify with so many of these plus fuzzypups! Grab a cup of your favorite beverage, sit back with … Continue reading

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal…Dragon?

Normally, I use these messages from the Universe to muse a bit, wax a tad philosophical, to apply it to writing in general, or my writing in particular. Writing has been a chore of late, confined mostly to flash fiction … Continue reading

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Wednesday Words: Take the Challenge

Do you know what day it is? Of course you do! It’s Wednesday and that means the #1lineWed CHALLENGE over on Twitter. Will you take the CHALLENGE and share some CHALENGING words from your WIP? I’m in the middle of … Continue reading

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Tuesday Treats: Apple Ricotta Cake

Have I mentioned that I love Fall? And all the wonderful recipes that come with the season. That includes this sweetly tart dessert that includes three of my favorite things: apples, cake, and ricotta cheese. Why yes, I am one … Continue reading

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Monday Blahs

Monday doesn’t mean much to a writer, either. It’s a holiday. Columbus Day. Banks are closed. No mail. School’s out. Courts are shut down. I have work to do. But then I had work to do yesterday and the day … Continue reading

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Friday Free-for-All: Linky-Dinks-n-stuff

So. It’s Friday. I’ve spend the past few weeks bordering on rage–and probably not for the reasons some might expect. I think everyone needs to take a step back and remember how to laugh. Hence, today’s free-for-all. Clicking will take … Continue reading

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Civility

At a time when protesters storm into restaurants to berate customers, when they chase people through airports, and accost them in hallways and on elevators, in front of their homes and their children… At a time when there is far … Continue reading

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Wednesday Words: The Courage to See it Through

Welcome to Hump Day and another installment of #1lineWed. A few Wednesdays ago, the theme was MEMORY/REMEMBER. In that scene, Sinjen was remembering Sade. Today’s theme is **COURAGE** and in today’s first draft snippet, which occurs a short time after … Continue reading

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Tuesday Treats: Mini OREO Surprise Cupcakes

Fall is in the air. That means county fairs, harvest markets, and school bake sales. If you happen to be addicteda fan of Oreo cookies, these cupcakes are for you. Prep Time: 10 min. Total Time: 1 hr. 12 min. … Continue reading

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