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Life Lessons

Posted on March 30, 2020 by karinwritesdangerously

As we move toward some kind of new normal, it’s comforting to know that there are sources we can turn to for energy and support. In these trying times, for me, listening to my wonderful friend and mentor Dr. Rob … Continue reading →

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Wise Words

Posted on March 25, 2020 by karinwritesdangerously

Words of wisdom to comfort and guide us from Albert Schweitzer, the great physician and philanthropist, who’s love of humanity shines through: “One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity.” “Constant kindness can … Continue reading →

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“Little Raft”

Posted on March 12, 2020 by karinwritesdangerously

Please help KWD grow by sharing:  https://karinwritesdangerously.com “For me, writing starts with a line or some imagination, or some notion, and I just go with it as far as I can. And you know how this works, this idea that … Continue reading →

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Two Toms

Posted on March 2, 2020 by karinwritesdangerously

Please help KWD grow by sharing:  https://karinwritesdangerously.com In a comment on my recent post entitled Run On, Nancy Burke, my dear friend and writing buddy (http://www.nancyburkestories.com/) shared this story about legendary marathoner Tom Fleming: “I was in high school when … Continue reading →

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“Many Rootlets”

Posted on December 5, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

Please help KWD grow by sharing: https://karinwritesdangerously.com/ “I am done with great things and big things and great institutions and big success and I am for those tiny invisible molecular moral forces that work from individual to individual, creeping through … Continue reading →

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Attitude Check

Posted on December 2, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

Please help KWD grow by sharing: https://karinwritesdangerously.com/ “Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude.”   Zig Ziglar Zig was a highly successful motivational speaker and author. His snappy little comment captures a lot of wisdom and packs a powerful … Continue reading →

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Story Savers

Posted on November 19, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

Please help KWD grow by sharing: https://karinwritesdangerously.com/ “After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the things we need most in the world.”   Philip Pullman Couldn’t agree more! How about you? I have only to remember the deep, heart-joy I felt … Continue reading →

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Three Things

Posted on November 14, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

The three things that are most essential to achievement are common sense, hard work and stick-to-it-ive-ness.”   Thomas Edison Common sense, hard work, and persistence: Edison is a guy who knew a lot about all three of these qualities. He barely … Continue reading →

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Just Ask

Posted on October 25, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

“These be our prayers – more strength, more light, more constancy, more progress.”             Phillips Brooks Sometimes, when we’re feeling stuck or uninspired, or under-inspired, the best thing to do is to simply stop, get quiet, and ask for help. … Continue reading →

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Brainstorming Ideas

Posted on October 8, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

Brainstorming: what a provocative word! It conjures up images of volcanic energy and little gray cells storming the ramparts of problems armed with solutions. Brainstorming is a great tool in our writer’s kitbag and it’s especially handy when we hit … Continue reading →

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