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Writer, You Are Not Alone
The lone writer furiously typing on her keyboard. Her isolated existence expanded by the wide world in her imagination. The depressed, melodramatic author slumped on a bar stool. He scribbles…
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Author Biography
I'm at the nitty gritty part of my book release. I haven't received the edits from the developmental editor yet. (Which in and of itself is terrifying.) Meanwhile, I'm working…
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Daisy Flower Garden Journey
My girls held the final Daisy journey in their 18 month plan. We held the event at Mercer Arboretum, making it the third location. One of our goals is showing the…
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The Next Step: Querying
I'm not completely new to querying. I've sent out my two short stories to multiple magazines as they search for a home. (Duotrope is my friend.) Neither have found one…
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How to Host Your Very Own Pinewood Derby, Klein Trails Grand Prix Version
I'm writing to let you know that YOU can do this, too. The girls LOVE to race. The girls LOVE to work with their dads. (It's not all dads, but…
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Klein Trails Grand Prix, our version of Pinewood Derby
The 4th annual Klein Trails Grand Prix wrapped up Saturday. As we handed out the certificates and metals and trophies, I couldn't help but feel sorry for all the girls…
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Mondays are Awesome…No, Really
I LOVE Mondays. Don't hate. Hold on. Let me explain. 1. Peaceful House After having the kids running around wreaking havoc, they GO TO SCHOOL. It's so quiet in…
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Professional Photo Shoot
I will be 42 years old tomorrow. (Don't gasp. I'm not one of the "don't ask me how old I am" people. I've proudly earned every year.) As my Douglas…
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Scheduled Posts on Facebook
Have you been to my author Facebook page? Well, shame on you. No, wait. Don't leave. I was just kidding. I have trouble keeping up with everything I need to…
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Signed Contract in Hand
I have exciting news. I am officially a writer with a signed contract. Woot! It's been three lightning fast years. Inklings Publishing, led by the effervescent Fern Brady, has optioned…