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How to Get Free Homemade Cookies

My blog, Snippets of Gratitude, turns 1 year old on October 16th and to celebrate I am throwing a party! GOOD NEWS – YOU ARE INVITED! AND THE GIFT BAG HAS COOKIES IN IT! If you send me (snail mail) … Continue reading

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The Art of Enjoying Your Day Job

Last night, as I came to the realization that the joy and freedom of the three day weekend was coming to an end, I found myself feeling something for the first time, possibly ever.  I was actually excited to start … Continue reading

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Those Who Have Gone Before

Last week I met the team of Grant Writers that I will be working with part time this school year.  The day left me with so many things to be grateful for : connecting with other grant writers, laughing with … Continue reading

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Sun Shines in my Mailbox

I recently decided to treat myself to a subscription of The Sun Magazine and my first copy arrived this week.  What fun reading.  The last page, Sunbeams, is quotes on a particular topic.  This month’s was work, which I really … Continue reading

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All around, things to be happy about.

Today, a story of mine appeared on World Hum – a website I’ve been wanting to get published on for quite a long time.  Frank Bures, writer and travel-writing-teacher extraordinaire, was a big help in getting my story to the … 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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