Category Archives: Why stress management is essential

Why is EVERYONE ripping off writers?

Having been through the process of producing a book these past few weeks, I have to say “BULLSHIT!” to everyone who is taking advantage of writers!  Who am I talking about?  First we have the editors who think they can … Continue reading

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Writing and “Everything’s FREE on the Internet!”

Why is it so hard to “make it” as a writer these days?  It could have something to do with the magical combination that everyone thinks they are a writer, everything’s free on the Internet, and the complete lack of … Continue reading

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FUN WITH WORD MEANINGS:

Want to play with the meaning of words? Here’s a few fun ones for you! 1. ARBITRATOR: A cook that leaves Arby’s to work at McDonald 2. AVOIDABLE: What a bullfighter tries to do 3. BERNADETTE: The act of torching … Continue reading

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Unplug to unwind

As a follow up to my last post about those things I do to bring me back to my senses and soothe my mind, don’t miss this great new article about being too plugged in: We live in a world … Continue reading

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Six ways to improve your health and happiness this year!

Attitude does count, so how can you improve your attitude this year? From this long AARP article, please enjoy these six ways to improve your attitude and your life this year: Get a pet. Pets provide unconditional love, wonderful companionship, … Continue reading

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The stresses of the season!

“If you want a spiritual experience, go spend a weekend with your parents.”     -  Ram Dass It seems to be a proven fact that Christmas intensifies emotions.   A friend of mine runs a local Zale’s Jewelry store.  She says … Continue reading

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The Ten Commandments for reducing STRESS

Something tells me that we could all use a little reality check on feeling overly responsible this time of year.   So here you go: Thou shalt not be perfect, or even try to be. Thou shalt not try to be … Continue reading

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A gift truly made in America!

Diane Sawyer on the ABC News has been encouraging us all to buy gifts made in America, to help create more jobs here.   I couldn’t agree more with that sentiment! So in the interest of full disclosure, here’s where your … Continue reading

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Special Holiday Book Sale!

Did you know Nov 26th is the 2nd annual Small Business Saturday?  That’s the day we all support small businesses in America, and you couldn’t find a smaller business than me! I have a limited no. of copies of How … Continue reading

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Guest Blogger Charlie Hudson shares her experiences!

You may be tired of my opinions and experiences as a writer so I have a guest blogger for you today.  Charlie Hudson finished up her career in the army and then decided to become a writer and novelist. Here’s … Continue reading

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