Monthly Archives: January 2018

Something Wonderful

Posted on January 20, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Dust of Snow Robert Frost The way a crow Shook down on me The dust of snow From a hemlock tree Has given my heart A change of mood And saved some part Of a day I had rued.

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Butterfly Wings

Posted on January 19, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

A tale told by Dolly Parton, the legendary country singer and songwriter: “Butterflies are colorful and bright and gentle and have no way to harm you. They go about their business and bring others pleasure while doing it, because just … Continue reading →

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Censor Dispenser

Posted on January 18, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

One of the joys of strolling through my local library is that I’ll often come upon an unexpected book that catches my eye. During November, when NaNoWriMo (National NovelWriting Month) was in full swing, the library showcased a book called, … Continue reading →

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Snow Play

Posted on January 17, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

“A little elfin magic goes a long way.”   Keebler Cookie Sign “A little elfin magic” – isn’t that a gift we can all use more of? A little pixie dust sprinkled on our day to reveal to us just how … Continue reading →

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Slow Notion

Posted on January 16, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

“If we are walking in the right direction, all we have to do is keep on walking.”         Buddhist Saying “It doesn’t matter how slow you go as long as you do not stop.”   Confucius Ancient wisdom for modern … Continue reading →

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Martin Motivates

Posted on January 15, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Martin Luther King’s Jr.’s birthday is today and I thought I’d inspire us all with some of his words of wisdom about hope, faith, life, and excellence: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on January 13, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Night Sara Teasdale Stars over snow, And in the west a planet Swinging below a star — Look for a lovely thing and you will find it, It is not far — It never will be far.

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The Lighthouse

Posted on January 12, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

“The greatest good we can do for another is not to share our riches but to reveal to him his own.”   Benjamin Disraeli “Spread the light; be the lighthouse.”   Yogi Teabag Quote A cherished friend and mentor once shared something … Continue reading →

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Sue Snafu

Posted on January 11, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

A tale of almost-woe: Yesterday’s post, “Susan Soars,” almost didn’t make it to you. Through a sudden glitch on WordPress (which I love, love – so easy to use!), it mysteriously disappeared into cyberspace. Luckily, my wonderful husband David, who’s … Continue reading →

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Sue Soars

Posted on January 10, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Sue Grafton is the beloved creator of the private investigator Kinsey Millhone and the alphabet mystery series, which she worked on for thirty years, progressing from A and almost making it through Z. In a spirited interview with Writer’s Digest, … Continue reading →

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