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Time for tea? 10AM and 3PM of course.

When I was chugging along famously in my previous career as a writer for hire at businesses all over America, I steadfastly kept a tea schedule. At 10AM (unless there were meetings) and at 3PM I’d stroll to the hot-water … —yes, there’s more—

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Society of Professional Journalists – The Conference

I didn’t mean to make the title of this post sound like so many of the movie URLs coming out of Hollywood these days, but it’s accurate. I’m going to give you a bit of the flavor that I’ve tasted … —yes, there’s more—

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SavvyAuntie just went live!

The SavvyAuntie site went live today and my writing is all over the place Here’s the link to one piece – READ IT AND COMMENT. And you can find much more by just going to the main page and signing … —yes, there’s more—

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Inspired to write

Occasionally there are other writers who spur us to explore different topics and open discussions on existing matters that cause ire and angst. One such writer is Bella English, and her recent column in the Boston Globe and on Boston.com … —yes, there’s more—

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Scooters. Safe and economical or a dangerous trend?

Getting behind the bars by Jeff Cutler According to the lighthearted nature of recent articles online and in both regional and national newspapers, riding a scooter is the best way to fight gas prices and stick it to the parking … —yes, there’s more—

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Sabbatical 1/3 complete

The Sabbatical was developed in three, four-month parts and I began this journey on March 1. If your math is good and you’ve been following along the entire time, you’ll realize that I’m at the 1/3 mark. After four months, … —yes, there’s more—

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Whirlwind

I hesitate to use the word tornado because of the recent storms that have ripped through the center of our country, and the topic of things of done today pales in comparison to natural disasters. But, I have been productive … —yes, there’s more—

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Monday, not Mundane

Today I’ve already written a column on grammar rules and how they affect (not effect) people. Next, I’ll be choosing some conferences to attend and then dashing off to a meeting with an advertising client. This client is a holdover … —yes, there’s more—

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