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It’s Lack That Gives Us Inspiration

Posted on 04/05/2013 by chick

It’s lack that gives us inspiration. It’s not fullness. Not ever having driven, I can write better about automobiles than the people who drive them. I have a distance here. . . . Space travel is another good example. I’m … Continue reading →

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Growing Older Every Day

Posted on 03/29/2013 by chick

I used to love birthdays. I remember eagerly anticipating each one. As soon as I was a few months past one birthday, I’d start upping my age toward the next. For example, a few months after turning 12, I would … Continue reading →

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Your Voice

Posted on 03/16/2013 by chick

It’s your voice. Cherish it. Respect it. Nurture it. Challenge it. Stretch it. Scream it until it’s fucking gone. Because everyone’s blessed with at least that, and who knows how long it will last. –Dave Grohl, SXSW 2013 Keynote Speech

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Writing, Old-Style

Posted on 03/09/2013 by chick

I recently read an article that said there are four benefits to writing by hand. Better writing Improved learning Less distraction Nimbler brain Thanks to carpal tunnel symptoms, I’ve been writing by hand more and more often. With four more … Continue reading →

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Thank You for Writing

Posted on 02/22/2013 by chick

A book inscription is a wonderful thing. I know that’s not a universal sentiment. Some people, such as serious book collectors, are more likely to look upon an inscription as a blemish. But if you’re like me and really interested … Continue reading →

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Motivation

Posted on 02/06/2013 by chick

My husband is often grumpy and slow to get up in the morning. Yesterday I thought of a way to motivate him to get out of bed. I had noticed that the woodpeckers were almost out of suet, so when … Continue reading →

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Foiled Again

Posted on 01/04/2013 by chick
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Saturday’s Mail

Posted on 10/26/2012 by chick

I probably shouldn’t like getting mail. I get a lot of bills. But I still eagerly await the mail delivery, sometimes even on Sundays and holidays because I forget which day it is. And sometimes I’m rewarded with good mail, … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary to Us

Posted on 10/11/2012 by chick

My husband and I took a risk when we planned an outdoor wedding for an October day four years ago. The bet paid off, though. It turned out to be a beautiful day. Had we taken the same gamble this … Continue reading →

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SITY: Asters

Posted on 10/08/2012 by chick

The wild asters first start blooming in the late summer. I’m always happy to see them. They fill the borders of our yard with their cheerful white flowers and signal that fall is on the way. Now fall is here, … Continue reading →

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