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Time Elapsed or Time Remaining
The other day I went to the gym and began fast-walking on a treadmill. I had to force myself to do this as I wasn’t in the best mood to work out. I find that’s the time I must go. Afterwards, whatever has me in a low mood or whatever obstacle I think is in … Continue reading
A Gracious Guide to Benevolent Blogging — Five Tips
I’ve been in the blogging world for almost four months now, so I don’t claim to be an expert at this way we find ourselves communicating in the 21st century. I do, however, consider myself a gracious and nice human being and try to extend courtesies when someone takes the time to acknowledge my work. … Continue reading
National Grammar Day Celebrates its Fourth Anniversary
Today is National Grammar Day. Founded in 2008 by Martha Brockenbrough, writer and founder of National Grammar Day and the Society for the Promotion of Good Grammar (SPOGG), it’s gained popularity and according to the Chicago Tribune, warranted a letter from President Bush on the first day of its creation. Read the article, “A toast … Continue reading
I’ve Been Tagged — Now You’re It!
Elizabeth of Scribbling in the Storage Room was “tagged” by a writer at The Writer Coaster. Elizabeth paid it forward by tagging me and a couple of other writers to answer eleven questions she’s come up with. Below are my answers to the questions she’s “challenged” me to answer — Thanks, Elizabeth! After my answers are … Continue reading
Valentine’s Day — Romance, Mystery and Mayhem!
I suppose I’ve become a little jaded about Valentine’s Day, thinking of it as primarily a secular, consumer-driven and money-making opportunity for retailers. Not that that’s a bad thing, especially in today’s economy. But, I seriously thought it was more of a money thing, not a romance thing. According to the History.Com, I couldn’t be … Continue reading
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