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Vacation Post
I’ve been on the Gulf Coast of Florida for almost a week now. The kids have done a lot of fishing with Grandpa in the back coves and mangroves. I’ve been for a few long walks and yoga classes (shout … Continue reading
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Tagged Beach, books, Florida, lisa jahn clough, matt de la peña, pictures, to be read, vacation
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Poetry Friday: Keep surfing, no poetry here folks..
I’ve mentioned my YA manuscript. It’s out and about: lunching with agents, riding beside them on the train. There has been one decline. The kindest, most gracious letter I’ve ever seen. It even has a posticom. Casing, jamb and hinges … Continue reading
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Tagged about me, agent, Italy, poetry friday, revision, vacation, writing
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Holiday Hello
Hope everyone had a happy holiday season. We are still lighting the menorah (2 nights left). Last night we read Herschel and the Hannukah Goblins. My absolute favorite Chanukah book. As I type, the rest of the family (3 pairs … Continue reading
Five on Friday
1. Once again, after all the hand-wringing and fuss, I made deadline on my freelance work. I guess I should be happy but I must say the next deadline is right around the corner and I’ll gear up for that … Continue reading


