Monthly Archives: May 2015

Something Wonderful

Posted on May 30, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

The winsome song sung by the clown at the end of Shakepeare’s Twelfth Night offers us a beguiling moment: “When that I was and a little tiny boy, With hey, ho, the wind and the rain; A foolish thing was … Continue reading →

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Journal Juice

Posted on May 29, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“The art of writing is the art of discovering what you believe.” Gustave Flaubert Just recently a wise friend and mentor shared an interesting experience: She decided to go through some of her old journals and pull out any snippets … Continue reading →

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Proven Process

Posted on May 28, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

We all know about goal setting and driving toward results: It’s the way of the winner according to many self-help guides and productivity gurus. Whether we want to eat healthier, exercise more, or finish that novel we’ve been laboring over, … Continue reading →

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Resourceful Sites

Posted on May 27, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

Recently, Toby Stein, a friend, poetry lover, and KWD reader, asked me to gather together some of the sites I refer to from time to time. What a great idea! To fulfill my motivational mission, I often turn to a … Continue reading →

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New Prize

Posted on May 26, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“Through the North Street Book Prize, we hope to boost the visibility of excellent writers whose books simply didn’t fit into the big conglomerates’ marketing plans.” Jendi Reiter Whenever I see a promising, reputably run contest, I’m happy to alert … Continue reading →

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Unknown Soldier

Posted on May 25, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

In honor of Memorial Day, a lovely meditation on heroism: American Hero by Mary West Jorgensen “Our history is studded with heroic names. These names compose a world roster from which almost every nation may choose one and say: He … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on May 23, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

As we begin this holiday weekend, a lovely reminder of simple joys: These I’ve Loved These I’ve loved since I was little: Wood to build with or to whittle, Wind in the grass and falling rain, First leaves along an … Continue reading →

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Twelfth Night

Posted on May 21, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“A great while ago the world begun, With hey, ho, the wind and the rain; But that’s all one, our play is done, And we’ll strive to please you every day.” Exit When I learned that Melissa Toomey, a talented … Continue reading →

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Productivity Boosters

Posted on May 20, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

Albert Einstein is believed to have invented the theory of relativity while riding his bicycle. Evidence is mounting that taking breaks from mental activity boosts productivity and creativity. The reverse is also true: Skipping breaks can create fatigue and stress. … Continue reading →

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Muddled Middle

Posted on May 19, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“Everything I’ve written …has seemed to me, at one point or another, something I probably ought to abandon. Even the best things I’ve written have seemed to me at some point to be very unlikely to be worth the effort … Continue reading →

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