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Crack that Whip!

I really must post more…but I’ve been busy. Writing, editing, searching for markets…not blogging. But I really need to add it to the schedule more. I have made 133 subs so far this year. 54 of them have been rejected…some … Continue reading

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S.M.A.R.T. Goals Moving Forward…

I was listening to a Toastmasters speech on goal-setting the other day, and the speaker mentioned using the S.M.A.R.T. system to define goals and keep on track. We’re going to give it a shot. What exactly is a S.M.A.R.T. goal? The … Continue reading

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Here’s the Deal…

I’ve decided to keep at it, and I have a plan. Having a set day for each blog is working on the other two, so I have added this one to the rotation. I will be blogging on this site … Continue reading

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State of the Challenge Update

I told myself that I would update the blog more often…so, of course I haven’t. But I have been busy. 🙂 As some of you may remember, I have an ongoing challenge this year to submit at least one piece … Continue reading

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Let It Go……

I am a terribly disorganized person. Ask anyone who knows me. But sometimes, I come up with an idea that really helps save my sanity. Not a new idea, by any means, but an idea that works. In 2013, when … Continue reading

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Looking Back…Looking Forward

         This has been an interesting year. I’ve had pieces in numerous anthologies–prose, poetry, flash…a little of everything. I’ve published a few experimental pieces on Amazon–both as Rie and as Tysche. I’ve been in magazines online and … Continue reading

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Always Look on the Bright Side of Life…

I love the philosophy of that silly song. If things aren’t going your way, look for a way to capitalize on your strengths. I still haven’t figured out what I can do that might bring me in some extra cash … Continue reading

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Making NaNo Fun

I always enjoy National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). I’ve looked forward to November since 2003. I’ve finished my 50k words 3 out of 7 years, and gotten one published novel and one that is in solid second draft stage (though … Continue reading

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