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The Second Irony

Posted on 11/13/2010 by chick

Another irony of reading those three writing books is that it made me even more self-conscious about writing. I used to worry most about setting up my words so that my story was clear. I fretted over transitions and pace, … Continue reading →

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The First Irony

Posted on 11/12/2010 by chick

Recently, I read three books on how to write. There’s an irony in that, of course. Reading is not writing, and the more time you spend reading, the less time you have for writing. I know that. I get it. … Continue reading →

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Obstinate People

Posted on 11/08/2010 by chick

I know some obstinate people. And the problem with obstinate people is that they can really impede your progress. So I’m trying to learn from the wisdom of Poirot. He says, I do not argue with obstinate men. I act … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween!

Posted on 11/05/2010 by chick

In honor of the recent holiday, a Poirot quote from Hallowe’en Party Old sins have long shadows. . . . As we advance through life, we learn the truth of that saying.

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Learning from Squirrels

Posted on 10/24/2010 by chick

Yesterday, I took Marshall outside to play. It was a beautiful day, with a blue sky, bright fall foliage, and the perfect temperature. There were acorns everywhere. I couldn’t walk more than a few inches without crushing one. So here … Continue reading →

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Hungry

Posted on 10/19/2010 by chick

I was just thinking that I was hungry and needed a late-night snack. That brought to mind this silly little comment that Poirot made in “The Theft of the Royal Ruby.” You arouse my gastronomic juices, madame.

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The Doctor Is In

Posted on 10/09/2010 by chick

Poirot on colds: Everyone always thinks they have ‘flu.’ It sounds more important. One gets more sympathy. The trouble with a catarrhal cold is that it is hard to glean the proper amount of sympathetic consideration from one’s friends. from … Continue reading →

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The Marplethon’s End

Posted on 10/04/2010 by chick

It’s so sad that I didn’t have much time to devote to the end of the Marplethon, and even sadder that I don’t have time for more than a few words about each of the last books. Double Sin and … Continue reading →

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Location Isn’t Everything

Posted on 10/03/2010 by chick

It is a gray day. Chilly. Not the kind of day that draws you out of the house. I wish I were at the seaside enjoying the sun. Replies Poirot, The sun shines. The sea is blue. But you forget … Continue reading →

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Less Love, More Mockery

Posted on 09/27/2010 by chick

As you may remember, I once reviewed a book called Dragondoom by Dennis L. McKiernan. I gave it a positive review in spite of all its silliness. It is a special book, I think. Recently, as part of the GLP, … Continue reading →

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