Monthly Archives: August 2007

All you “Writer Mama’s” listen up

Posted on August 30, 2007 by

Okay, so there are sock contests and then there is the Writer Mama’s Back to School Giveaway!Personally, I’m looking forward to putting my kiddos on the bus on Tuesday, but then…I’m looking forward to September 22 & 24th. Market guides … Continue reading →

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Note to self…

Posted on August 29, 2007 by

Checking email incessantly does not make interview offers magically appear. Nor does checking Foxfire make cool new jobs appear on the employment boards.

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Rejection #2

Posted on August 24, 2007 by

I’m sad to say that another rejection came yesterday. This one from Highlights.  Usually, I wouldn’t expect much. Usually, I expect Spam, and if I get steak, I’m thrilled. However, the last two rejections have come with possible steak build … Continue reading →

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Sylvan Dell rejection

Posted on August 19, 2007 by

I too received a Sylvan Dell rejection. Sad, because I had made the “cut” to the semi-finals round and wanted so much to go all the way. Pick-up, brush off, try again. But first… Go to an amazing free outdoor … Continue reading →

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Thirteen Things about vacation

Posted on August 17, 2007 by

1. The Adirondacks were beautiful. So many lakes and mountains and we had great weather. Favorite places. The Wild Center in Tupper Lake, (don’t miss the otters) as well as the Blue Jay camp ground there. My kids are just … Continue reading →

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Severe thunderstorms in Maine

Posted on August 4, 2007 by

Crack! Ka-boom! Jolted awake last night, I cuddled with my freaked-out dog while flashes of white hot lightening lit the night. I held and stroked him while his heart thumped and pounded in his ribs. After each dangerously close bolt, … Continue reading →

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Six week review

Posted on August 1, 2007 by

Any of my “self-time”  comes to an end tomorrow when summer day camp ends. I had lofty goals of all I’d accomplish during the summer while my boys were at camp. Here’s what I’ve been doing while I haven’t been … Continue reading →

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