Category Archives: happiness

Three of my favorite quotes

Like a lot of writers, I collect quotes. Quotes that inspire, quotes that gently nudge, quotes that make me smile. 1. “Be brave enough to live life creatively. The creative is the place where no one else has ever been. … Continue reading

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Learning to Say No

I have a hard time saying no when someone needs help, even if there’s absolutely nothing in it for me. Create a marketing plan and a website and an online store, for free? No problem. Read and edit a friend’s … Continue reading

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The Questions with Christina Esdon: writer, mermaid, actress

I’ve mentioned my online writers’ group several times, and the next person to fall sway to the power of The Questions is Christina Esdon. And she asked me if she could participate. What kind of person would I be if … Continue reading

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Breaking the Fear Habit

I chatted with a friend the other night, and he told me that he’s not afraid of anything. That nothing scares him.  And that made me wonder, as a life-long worrier and scaredy-cat, how can that be? And if he’s … Continue reading

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