I just finished watching “The Stranger Beside Me”, a movie made from Ann Rule’s book of the same name. I read the book years ago and loved it. If this title is new to you, then run yourself right down to the bookstore and pick it up. It tells about Ann’s struggle to become a [...]
Archive for March, 2011
Make Your Own Laundry Detergent. Woo Hoo!
Posted in Writing, tagged do it yourself, frugality, going green, look ma I can make stuff, make your own laundry detergent, time is currency on March 30, 2011 | 8 Comments »
Why? A couple of reasons. It’s green. It saves money. It smells better than the store brands. The kids think you’re amazing because you get to use a cool food processor, and it just feels good to make something of your own. Best of all? It’s super easy! You all know I’m strapped for time, [...]
Mama Was Right: Don’t Write Letters In Anger
Posted in Writing, tagged be kind, don't be "that guy", Mama was right series, professionalism on March 28, 2011 | 6 Comments »
I can’t tell you how many times it’s happened. You send an email to somebody with “Please respond ASAP” and you never hear back from them. You’re in a quandary. You muddle through and make the decision on your own, not certain if it’s the right one. They promised to help you and they let [...]
You Write Like A Girl
Posted in Writing, tagged Contrary Magazine, gender biases, gender in fiction, Rebecca Lehmann, writing like a girl on March 23, 2011 | 12 Comments »
I read a fantastic post today. It was written by Rebecca Lehmann for the Contrary blog, and I thoroughly suggest that you click on this link and read it right away. Go ahead. It’s worth it. I’ll wait. Ready? What did you think? I’ll tell you why it struck me, besides the obvious fact that *gasp* [...]
Shock Totem Has A New Blog. And It’s Awesome.
Posted in Writing, tagged forum mod, information, join us!, new blog, Shock Totem, writing challenges on March 21, 2011 | 3 Comments »
Seriously, I love this cover so much that I want it for wall art in my home. Would my sweet husband agree? Probably not so much. Perhaps I’ll hang it over my writing desk. Anyway! Shock Totem has a new blog to go with our shiny new website. The blog is constantly updated with new information. Book, [...]
My New Love Wears Silver Studs
Posted in Writing, tagged I write better in heels, love and romance, Mercedes M. Yardley, shoe shopping, silver studs on March 12, 2011 | 6 Comments »
Shopping for shoes online. I think these might be the new love of my life. Wouldn’t they hurt like hellfire if I used them to kick someone in the eye?
Guide Me, Kenny Rogers!
Posted in Writing, tagged deadlines, I fold, Kenny Rogers, know when to fold 'em, know when to hold 'em, Mercedes M. Yardley, save thyself, The Gambler, Writing on March 8, 2011 | 7 Comments »
I did the craziest thing. I thought back to when I was a kid out in the country, and we’d run around singing Kenny Roger’s “The Gambler”. (Don’t you judge me!) To this day I think of the words, “Know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em, know when to walk away, know [...]
Be Fearless, My Zombie Apocalypse Team!
Posted in Writing, tagged Facebook, fun and games, melee weapons, my friends are fierce, zombie apocalypse team on March 7, 2011 | 3 Comments »
I’m a fan of Facebook. My page is a mishmash of writers, the kids I grew up with, extended family, and people who have since become my family. It is also the home of my Zombie Apocalypse team. I stole this status from Kara McElhinny, and it made me laugh hysterically. It reads: “Go to [...]
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