As the year comes to a close and kids hatch plans to catch Santa in the act, it’s also time to wrap up this blog for a long winter’s nap, celebrate the remaining days of 2013, and wait for Baby New Year to arrive. But before all that, I need to address the nagging question … More PBC News and Year-end Adieus
In my recent wayfarings, I’ve encountered several fellow travelers who’ve asked, “Should I use my real name? Real picture? Make changes to this, that, or the other?” Before you read any further, take a cue from one of my faves, Lewis Carroll, and Play Me. You needn’t watch the video; it’s only a slideshow of Babs … More A Year of Growth and Change
This post is a part of Alex J. Cavanaugh’s Insecure Writer’s Support Group. We meet the first Wednesday of every month to share our doubts and fears, or words of encouragement on obstacles conquered. For more information, follow the link to Alex’s site. Hope to see you next month. The following story took place last … More Love Bugs and Dog Days
It’s time for Melissa Maygrove’s Follow Fest, which means it’s also time to DANCE! Remember my post during the Gary Fest Anti-Fest Blog Fester’s Fest? It festered, I guess. You must confess, Follow Fest is similar to the Speed Dating Fest I made up for that…um…er…fest (what do you want? gala? fête? extravaganza?). Writers go meet … More Melissa Maygrove’s Follow Fest!
The image you are about to see may horrify some and thrill others. Sometimes you approach it anxiously—eager to share exciting news, pass along lessons learned, have festive fun with other bloggers, or brag on your peers’ accomplishments. And then there are other times (and plenty of them), when life steps in and demands your attention, … More How to Build a Basic Mind Map
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