Monthly Archives: October 2008

Early Voting for the Change We Need (and your sanity)

Posted on October 29, 2008 by

This here is what we reporters call a "personal interest" story. It’s the kind that tugs on your heart and stirs something in your mind. I hope it gets you all to vote. If you have early voting, take advantage … Continue reading →

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Reunions and such

Posted on October 26, 2008 by

This weekend I didn’t attend my 20th reunion but I did go to a lovely party hosted by a fellow classmate. If you read my blog regularly you know that before the event I was full of healthy anxiety. I … Continue reading →

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Five on Friday

Posted on October 24, 2008 by

 1. I am almost done with my freelance articles for the month and they are due next Wednesday. I thought they were due today. Isn’t it nice when you find a little breathing room?2. I am going to a party … Continue reading →

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Twelve Blessings on a Wednesday

Posted on October 22, 2008 by

I do not want to complain this morning so instead I will count my blessings and then get to work. The whether is chilly and lovely.  My sons are happy. My hubby is a lovely caring man and I’m lucky … Continue reading →

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I think I can…

Posted on October 15, 2008 by

 24 out of 40 complete. Chug, chug, chug…

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ACK!

Posted on October 15, 2008 by

 So here I am at my computer, dutifully printing out the contracts for the workshop presenters for 2009. I took the old contract used it as a template and inserted the new info. Around number 20 I’m getting into the … Continue reading →

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Book Lover Rejoices

Posted on October 13, 2008 by

 "We thought you’d like to know that we shipped your items, and that this completes your order."I received this email from Amazon today and not since June 21st of 2006 have I been so excited. It’s almost here…

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A Poetry Friday Post on Sunday

Posted on October 12, 2008 by

 I’m a little behind on my postings. I wanted to tell you all about my visit to Newport, RI last weekend and the amazing group of volunteers at the workshop committee meeting, how thoughtful and considerate everyone was. This is … Continue reading →

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Edits we can believe in…

Posted on October 12, 2008 by

 I’m actually sharing this Obama video for a writer reason. About 2/3 of the way through, Senator Obama is sitting with the speech writer making edits. Before the camera goes into the room, we see a sign that says Edits … Continue reading →

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Atonement: please pass the mashed potatoes

Posted on October 9, 2008 by

Today is Yom Kippur, the Jewish high holy day of atonement. This means that I’ve been fasting all day and thinking about the wrongs I’ve committed throughout the past year. I’ve also been thinking of how I can make myself … Continue reading →

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