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Five Minute Friday – Friend

Here’s this week’s installment of Five Minute Friday. You might remember the task is to write for five minutes on a specific prompt word. The initiative was started by Lisa-Jo Baker (http://lisajobaker.com/2013/04/five-minute-friday-friend/) who thought about writing and how often our … Continue reading

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Wednesday Writing XX

Well, it’s Wednesday so it’s time to add to our story. We’re following a flashback of our main character, Samantha. The story thus far is on the blog under “Story.” Here’s where we left off. And despite knees in my … Continue reading

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Passion

This is another excerpt from 50 things that really matter. My father wore suits and ties for 30 years. But his hands were, and are, those of an artist. They transform marble into sculpture, coax herbs and vegetables from the … Continue reading

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Remember When

I was sitting in my recliner checking my e-mail and surfing Facebook this morning listening to some Malt Shop Oldies when my granddaughter came in and asked if she could play a game. Of course I said yes, and while … Continue reading

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Five Minute Friday — Jump

Here’s this week’s installment of Five Minute Friday. You might remember the task is to write for five minutes on a specific prompt word. The initiative was started by Lisa-Jo Baker (http://lisajobaker.com/2013/04/five-minute-friday-jump/) who thought about writing and how often our … Continue reading

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Bubble Baths

This is another excerpt from 50 things that really matter. There’s something magical about a bath. It can become a refuge from the outside world that a shower simply can’t. Add bubbles to the mix, and I’m instantly transported into … Continue reading

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Five Minute Friday — Here

Here’s this week’s installment of Five Minute Friday. You might remember the task is to write for five minutes on a specific prompt word. The initiative was started by Lisa-Jo Baker (http://lisajobaker.com/2013/04/five-minute-friday-here-2/) who thought about writing and how often our … Continue reading

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Wednesday Writing XVIII

Well, it’s Wednesday so it’s time to add to our collaborative community story. We’re following a flashback of our main character, Samantha. The story thus far is on the blog under “Story.” Here’s where we left off. Dr. Walker gave … Continue reading

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Closet Extrovert

I had lunch the other day with a production manager, sales rep and another publisher. It was a great lunch with good conversation. The production manager made a comment that sort of caught me off guard. He said, “I knew … Continue reading

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I’ve Got You Under My Skin

As I was driving yesterday, I heard a familiar tune. I think this version was by James Darren, but the one I remember vividly is the Four Seasons’ rendition of I’ve Got You Under My Skin, a Cole Porter song … Continue reading

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