Monthly Archives: February 2016

Life Lessons

Posted on February 17, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

These “10 Rules for Being Human” were reportedly found on a refrigerator in Toronto. The author is unknown. They came to me via Dr. Rob Gilbert’s wonderful Success Hotline (973.743.4690) — and I thought I’d share them with you for … Continue reading →

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Growing Better

Posted on February 16, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

“Don’t tell me how talented you are. Tell me how hard you work.” Arthur Rubenstein, world-renowned pianist “Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates a talented individual from a successful one is a lot of hard work.” Stephen King … Continue reading →

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Moving Words

Posted on February 15, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

Since today is President’s Day, my mind traveled back in time to one of the greatest speeches ever written, “The Gettysburg Address.” Edward Everett, who preceded Abraham Lincoln on the day the speech was given, spoke for more than two … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on February 13, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

What better way to inspire all of us to make each day count than to call upon the lovely ancient Sanskrit poem that has inspired countless others before us: Listen to the exhortation of the Dawn! Look to this Day, … Continue reading →

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Abe Advises

Posted on February 12, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

Yes, it’s Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. Happy birthday, Abe! When I was a kid, it used to be a national holiday. And now it isn’t. Why not? Mmmm… But what I really want to talk about is setbacks. We’ve all had … Continue reading →

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Savoring Sensations

Posted on February 11, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

“First drafts of most travelogues are full of rich, visual detail, but often fall short on smells, tastes, sounds, and feelings. I’ve learned to add an editing round to incorporate all the senses, and am constantly surprised at all the … Continue reading →

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No Thing

Posted on February 10, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

“Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact. It’s an … Continue reading →

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So Blessed

Posted on February 9, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

“We are so blessed. Every day is a blessing.” Connie du Hamel Today, my friend and mentor Coach Mike Tully (www.totalgameplan.com) and I were pecking away at our computer keys at a friendly Dunkin’ Donuts in my hometown of Montclair. … Continue reading →

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Searching Out

Posted on February 8, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

“Find out what you need for writing that will make it easier for you on this journey. Test it out. Try sitting or lying down. Write first thing in the morning, then late at night. In a café, at home. … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on February 6, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

While wandering from book to book, I came across this lovely passage: “My love for the alphabet, which endures, grew out of reciting it, but before that, out of seeing the letters on the page. In my own story books, … Continue reading →

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