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Memories of Israel & an encouraging event!

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Israel is heavy on my heart, same as yours, I know. Heart-wrenching doesn't even come close, does it? My prayers are rising with yours for Israel and all the innocent Palestinians caught in this horrific conflict. Joe and I were supposed to leave this Friday for Israel, my second pilgrimage to "the land" as they say. But, of course, the trip was cancelled (same trip Robin was on) due to the … [Read more...]

58 Actual Newspaper Headlines

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You may have seen these, but they're worth a repeat.  A simple reminder of why it's important to have someone proof your work before publication . . . ==========================1. Something Went Wrong in Jet Crash, Expert Says2. Police Begin Campaign to Run Down Jaywalkers3. Safety Experts Say School Bus Passengers Should Be Belted4. Drunk Gets Nine Months in Violin Case5. Survivor of … [Read more...]

Thanksgiving (No, Not That Thanksgiving)

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Please extend a warm welcome to author Alyssa Schwarz! I'm on trip to New York with my daughters at the moment. :) Alyssa is graciously filling in for me AND giving away a copy of her new book to one of you. Leave a comment on this post for a chance to win! Happy weekend, Becky Thanksgiving. No, I’m not talking about the holiday coming up in a month and a half. I’m talking about the act … [Read more...]

A New Approach

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Hi friends and happy Wednesday!  I have been an avid pantser. Meaning, that I don’t plot, don’t plan my story out, don’t do character worksheets or interviews, or anything of the sort. I just have a “what if” scenario or question in my mind and I’d sit at the computer to write—just letting the story unravel and the characters come to life.  However, I should change “don’t’” to … [Read more...]

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