Tag Archives: Blogging

A blog birthday

Posted on May 15, 2013 by

So, the old blog turns 2 today. Cake balls for everyone!

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Camp NaNoWriMo: the aftermath

Posted on April 30, 2013 by

On Saturday, I surpassed my Camp NaNoWriMo goal by 4K+ words. That means I won. Yippee! Time for a celebration. Tequila and Ren Faire, it is. Don’t judge me. So, now it’s over.  The euphoria that comes with accomplishment is … Continue reading →

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Almost Friday

Posted on April 4, 2013 by

Another gorgeous weekend is so close I can almost reach out and touch it.

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Lions, tigers, and bears…

Posted on March 19, 2013 by

Okay, maybe not. But I did run into a spotted leopard, a funny looking bear, and a cheeky koi while on vacation recently.

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The look of 40

Posted on February 26, 2013 by

Last June, I turned forty.  A dubious milestone no woman strives to achieve but like most unpleasant things in life, aging is completely unavoidable.  I took it on the chin.  I didn’t take to my bed in a blubbering fit … Continue reading →

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Waiting for spring

Posted on February 23, 2013 by

I have been sitting here all morning avoiding my WIP by sifting through some old photos I shot last spring. I can’t wait for everything to bloom again. Here are few of the more interesting ones. Enjoy. The bee is … Continue reading →

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Things I learned this week

Posted on December 23, 2012 by

“What fun is it being cool if you can’t wear a sombrero.” – Bill Watterson Indeed. I learned this week: …that it is possible to earn an A in Geology. Who knew? Not me. Let’s see if I can do … Continue reading →

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Things I learned this week

Posted on November 10, 2012 by

“A spy, like a writer, lives outside the mainstream population. He steals his experience through bribes and reconstructs it.”  – John le Carre I’m on a bit of an early Cold War era spy kick right now.  Two reason for … Continue reading →

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Things I learned this week

Posted on October 10, 2012 by

Learn we may be with another man’s learning:  we can only be wise with wisdom of our own. – Michele de Montaigne I learned this week… …that a simple thing like a hair color touch up and a trim is … Continue reading →

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A hint of fall and a dragonfly

Posted on September 10, 2012 by

This weekend a cold front blew through my neck of the woods.  The first of the season, putting a welcomed end to a long stretch of 100+ degree days.  On Friday, we set a record when the mercury topped 105.  … Continue reading →

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Things I learned this week

Posted on September 9, 2012 by

In nine lifetimes, you’ll never know as much about your cat as your cat knows about you.” – Michel de Montaigne. This week I learned… …that after taking the entire summer off, I am having a hard time acclimating to … Continue reading →

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Chihuly and the dragonfly

Posted on August 16, 2012 by

A love affair? A true appreciation for art? Either way, who can blame him? 

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Around the yard

Posted on July 24, 2012 by

I had a busy weekend, but I did find the time to step out into the backyard with my camera.  Here are a few of the things I saw. Texas is hot in the summer and with that heat comes … Continue reading →

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A book signing

Posted on July 22, 2012 by

I went to a book signing yesterday. A bit out of the norm for me.  There are very few things that can entice me enough to schlep down into the city, fight crowds of rude strangers,and waste hours standing in … Continue reading →

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10 things I learned in my 30s

Posted on July 17, 2012 by

Yesterday, when I sat down at the computer, my intent was to write a new blog entry updating my outline revisions and finish last week’s “Things I learned.” That didn’t happen.  I just wasn’t feeling it.  I was having one … Continue reading →

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Early morning walk in the park

Posted on July 16, 2012 by

The other morning, just as the sun was rising, I went for a walk in the park by my house.  I sat on a bench, listened to the sounds of the dawning day, and watched a robin shake off after … Continue reading →

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A trip to the country

Posted on July 14, 2012 by

I live in the city.  I’m pretty happy here in my concrete jungle surrounded by towering buildings, master plan housing developments, and jammed freeways.  But every now and then it’s nice to leave it all behind and go exploring.  My … Continue reading →

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My Writing Buddy

Posted on July 10, 2012 by

He doesn’t contribute much, but he keeps me company and never snores.

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An update and an award

Posted on July 9, 2012 by

Usually, I post these self-shaming updates on Sunday, but I was too busy watching Roger Federer reclaim the top spot in men’s tennis. One must have clearly defined priorities, right? In between break points, I did manage to pull myself … Continue reading →

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Fireworks–a learning curve

Posted on July 5, 2012 by

I’m relatively new to this whole photography thing.  Full on manual settings still scare me, though I have advanced to only using an auto setting for shutter speed – in most circumstances.  By and large, the tried and true method … Continue reading →

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