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On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Univeral Fear and Learning

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Silver James

Since the theme for #1lineWed was FEAR, I found it interesting I’d saved this tidbit from the Universe. Rather fitting, yes? Look to what you’re afraid of, Silver, to learn where you can grow. Enjoy, The Universe © http://www.tut.com ® … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words – I Was Afraid of That

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Silver James

Y’all, I’m doing the Muppet Flail, dog paddling my canoe up the creek, and other various and sundry things meaning I’m getting nowhere fast. 😆 But, it is Wednesday again and #1lineWed is all about FEAR. So, here’s some things … Continue reading →

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Monday Brrrr

Posted on February 16, 2015 by Silver James

At least I don’t live in Boston. We got some sleet, a dusting of snow, and frigid temps overnight. Makes me want to go back to bed under the covers but it’s not Boston! Of course, Saturday was 74, Sunday … Continue reading →

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Friday Freak Out

Posted on February 13, 2015 by Silver James

Yeah…this is probably what B.E. is doing right about now–freaking out. Not only is Friday the 13th (and a very fitting day for the excitement!), B.E.’s debut suspense novel releases today. I was lucky. I got to beta read DYING … Continue reading →

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Universal Karma

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Silver James

You know what? I really hope this is true. Karma can be a bitch but sometimes, just maybe, it’s all worth it. Once you realize, Silver, that everything you’ve ever been through – every scuffed knee, lost deal, and broken … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words – Hair

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Silver James

See me? I get to play on social media today! Or I will once I go to Office Depot and WallyWorld. I’m finished with the stupid Excel Hell™ and have printed out the judging sheets. Now all I have to … Continue reading →

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Monday Ugh and I Don’t Mean the Boots

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Silver James

Blerg. Yes. This is what I looked like in the mirror this morning. I feel–and look–like a slug. I have been in Excel Hell™ getting stuff done for the National Readers Choice Awards and also trying to keep my head … Continue reading →

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Universal Desires

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Silver James

Today’s little gem from the Universe is apropo for several reasons. A Blue Norther came through late yesterday evening and it’s freaking cold today, my birthday is twenty-one days away and I dang sure ain’t gettin’ any younger–despite my inner … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words – Clothes

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Silver James

Time once again for the #1lineWed tweet madness. Today’s theme is CLOTHES. These are all snippets from MOONSTRUCK: SECRETS. The first one describes Mac and Hannah’s attraction. 😉 She fisted her hands in his tee shirt and pressed closer. Twisting … Continue reading →

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Monday Morning Quarterback – Commercial Edition

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Silver James

Dang. For a game where I didn’t care who won, that was a heckava game. I actually watched most of it, even though I read through all but the commercials. Because really? The past many years have been all about … Continue reading →

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