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Writing, Reading, and Writing Blogs

I believe every writer gets better with time and practice. One of the main reasons I created this blog was to have a vehicle for my writing. I started it several years with no promotion. It was only my little … Continue reading

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LinkedIn.com and an update on blog development

I have updated my blog to add more than 30 links to other blogs and writing sites. I first thought of browsing the vast blogosphere for like-minded word artists, but then thought of using LinkedIn.com, the professional networking site I … Continue reading

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The Cub Scouts

For days all I could think about was the camping trip. As the date neared my stepfather scheduled an excursion to the sporting goods store to get the supplies I would need for my trip to the woods. We had … Continue reading

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Personal Writing

Last week I, along with seven other writers, completed an eight-week memoir writing course. The class was small enough for every one to provide each other excellent feedback and critical advice. The talent in the class was inspiring. The storytelling … Continue reading

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The Nickel

To this day my siblings continue to remind me of events in our childhood that I don’t remember. My younger sister is constantly telling me stories and looking at me puzzlingly when I don’t recall our supposedly shared experiences. When … Continue reading

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