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A perfect evening

One evening this week, I dedicated a few hours to doing exactly what I wanted.  Here’s how it went down. stop at the office supply store to get some sweet, luxury, pens order take-out vegetarian sushi and buy a new … Continue reading

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Running Changes Everything : Trying To Get Back in the Game

A few weeks ago, I realized how easily winded I was getting doing the easiest things.  The first frisbee toss of the year left me feeling exhausted and very worried that turning 30 meant my body instantly changed to a … Continue reading

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Reflections on Getting Laid Off

Got news this week of three more friends being laid off – the economy still seems to be tanking.  Gave me pause to think about the last seven months and how grateful I am for them.  I have grown so … Continue reading

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Busy Body

I’ve been so busy lately that my head spins when I lay down at night, trying to sleep.  This is not a bad thing, per se, but just a new thing.  It’s feast or famine for me and my business … Continue reading

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Anyone Else Awake Right Now?

It occurs to me, as I sip a cup of coffee at 1:08am, that one of the best things about my life is that I get to construct my days and nights exactly as I choose.  If I want to … Continue reading

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When Life Comes with Instructions

When I got laid off eight weeks ago, my initial reaction was two-fold: the visceral pain and shock and the entrepreneurial delight with opportunity. I knew where I wanted to go: a successful writing business that would make my old … Continue reading

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