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Not sure if you’re still here, but…
Hey WOAW readers—my friends, family, and followers! I’m not sure what is going on here over in WordPress land, it’s been so long. Remember me? I used to write things! Since then, over and over, I’ve tried to write something, anything, and failed. Recently, I tried to start a novel with an idea I’ve been Continue reading
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If I Ran the World
If I Ran the World, The work week would be four days. People would be more efficient because they’d know they only have four days to get their work done, and they’d be grateful for the three-day weekends. Think about it. Grocery stores would be designed so you’d walk into the dry foods section, then Continue reading
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When the Bottom Beckons
So many people say they want to write or create, but can’t get started. Some start, but then can’t finish. Recently, I had a conversation with an aspiring writer friend about her struggles to get started. I got the impression that she thought writing was easy for me or that I had some special powers. Continue reading
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Rejected but Okay
I previously shared that Angela and I teamed up and co-wrote and submitted a screenplay to a screenplay writing competition associated with a major film festival. Well, today we got our rejection letter. It was very nice and polite–thanking and commending us and explaining that over 8,000 screenplays were submitted and the decision was difficult, Continue reading
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The Rhythm of the Seasons
As my husband drove our family to North Jersey for Easter dinner, we listened to sports radio, a-flutter with news of basketball (both college and the NBA) and opening day for baseball. We chatted that we couldn’t believe that baseball was starting up again, and that tomorrow is April. “The rhythm of the seasons,” my Continue reading
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Modern Conveniences
Back in February of 1996, my then-future husband attempted to win my affections by making me a mix tape. That’s how we rolled back in the twentieth century. The mix tape was invincible as a tool for wooing a girlfriend. Obviously, it worked on me. I still have that mix tape. Here’s a pic: I Continue reading
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My Day in Haiku
Good morning, my loves. Get dressed, eat breakfast, wash up. Time to go to school. We’re gonna be late. Why isn’t your book bag packed? My keys are missing. Dear God in Heaven, I’m running low on patience. Please send me some-NOW! Work, work, and more work. Time for a cup of coffee. Now I’ll Continue reading
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The Happy Meter
Last night I spoke to a friend who is sad, with good reason. It didn’t feel right that someone so special could have such a crap day. As I listened to her recount her day, she revealed that she had skipped her yoga class that morning. She thought that if she had gone, her whole Continue reading
Waiting on a Word 
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