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Tight Spaces

Posted on February 28, 2020 by karinwritesdangerously

Please help KWD grow by sharing:  https://karinwritesdangerously.com “When you get into a tight space and everything goes against you…never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” Harriet Beecher Stowe “Effort only … Continue reading →

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Smart Start

Posted on August 1, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

“It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task, which, more than anything else, affects its successful outcome.”   William James  “Take every chance. Drop every fear.”   Note to myself, from somewhere  A smart start – what a wonderful … Continue reading →

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Bravo, Benjamin!

Posted on July 18, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Whenever writing seems a thorny, tough proposition, turning for inspiration and motivation from fellow travelers can be a wise move. With this in mind, I picked up a slim, handsome volume, Quotations of Benjamin Franklin, peeking from a book pile, … Continue reading →

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As If

Posted on March 27, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

“An ounce of performance is worth pounds of promise.”   Mae West “Force yourself to act enthusiastic and you’ll become enthusiastic.”   Frank Bettger There’s a world of wisdom captured in these two short sentences! So often, what keeps us from sitting … Continue reading →

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Savvy Strategies

Posted on November 7, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

Desire + Support + Deadline = Success Practical writing tips are a gift that keeps on giving and at a recent workshop called, “This Year, I’ll Win,” Kryce Swenson had plenty to share. Sponsored by my library and the Write … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on April 29, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

Wind on the Hill A.A. Milne No one can tell me, Nobody knows Where the wind comes from, Where the wind goes. It’s flying from somewhere As fast as it can, I couldn’t keep up with it, Not if I … Continue reading →

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“Be Happy”

Posted on February 1, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“My credo is etched on my mirror in my bathroom and I see it when I brush my teeth in the morning. It says, ‘Don’t Worry. Be Happy. Feel Good.’ When you see that first thing, and you reflect on … Continue reading →

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Wizardly Wordplay

Posted on November 2, 2016 by karinwritesdangerously

“The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter — ’tis the difference between the lightning-bug and the lightning.” Mark Twain Mark Twain had a simple rule for writing: “Use the right word … Continue reading →

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Drama Queens

Posted on October 2, 2010 by karinwritesdangerously

And kings — unite! One of the many things I love about writing this blog is the adventure it takes me on. Whether it’s discovering a new author or chasing down a lead in cyberspace, I’m always on the lookout … Continue reading →

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