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“I don’t know if I can do this social media thing.” Liz* massaged her temples and closed her eyes. “It gives me a headache. I feel like I’m in high school again.” I empathized. I remembered a time some years ago when social media was as appealing as a root canal. I’d taken a writing hiatus to care for our …
Don’t you just love talking about mistakes—especially when they’re not yours? Admit it. There’s something strangely comforting about other people’s blunders. I think part of it stems from relief. Relief we’re not the only ones who goof and relief that at least this time it wasn’t us. Now, that’s not to say we don’t feel bad for the bungler. In …
Toward the end of each week, I dance a semi-jig in my office. I put away the past and anticipate new beginnings. My mood changes. My soul feels lighter. I’m on the downhill swing! By the time Thursday afternoon rolls around, I’m already feeling the weekend. When Friday comes I’m almost giddy. (Know what I’m talking about?) Fridays signal fun …
There are those crystal clear moments in life when we finally “get it.” We realize life’s too short not to pursue the things we love. (Here’s why.) Take writing, for instance. For years, I had to place my dream on hold for various reasons– another career path, having babies, raising babies, caring for an ill child, and the list goes …
Let’s face it– none of us can be happy every minute. There will be challenges and times of testing that make us want to throw the covers over our heads and hibernate. Since that’s not an option for most people, folks trudge through the day, put on their “happy face” and endure. That’s why I like this blog to be …
Happy Friday! Aren’t you glad the weekend’s finally here? (I think that deserves a sweet treat, don’t you?) This week’s flown by in a hurry and it’s been jam-packed with errands and various things that kept me running. And now… My neck of the woods is bracing for its next predicted ice event. (Blech!) We’ve made sure we’re stocked up …
There are some things on the path to publication that you won’t know. Things people won’t tell you. Not because they deliberately try to withhold information, but because the journey’s so different for everyone. Some folks will offer businesslike advice while others will share more practical and helpful tips– what worked for them, how they muddled through, and what they …
First impressions are everything. So are second ones, third ones, and ones that others will remember 10 years from now. What comes to mind when others hear your name? What feelings will your name generate? Will you leave folks with a mac and cheese kind of warmth or will folks feel the need to wipe off the persimmon residue? Recently, …
Mondays are challenging. It might have something to do with getting back in our groove after a relaxing weekend. At our house, we have a system. (For parents with school-age children I think routine is important. It lessens the stress when kids know what’s expected.) Our Mondays (and other work/school days) look like this: My husband and I rise early. …
Hello Friends! Can you believe 2013 is now a memory? Perhaps that comes as welcome relief. Maybe it’s met with regret or tinged with sorrow. Maybe… the passing of yet another year is mingled with burgeoning hope of possibility. Whatever 2013 held for you, I pray 2014 will be a bright spot on your life calendar. IT’S A NEW …
