In Others’ Words: Honouring Christmas

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  “I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens *1812-1870), English writer   December starts tomorrow — and with it, so does my month-long break from social media. Last year was the first time I took an entire month off from blogging and tweeting and …

In Others’ Words: All is Calm

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As I look into to the coming week, I’m anticipating my son’s arrival home … and my youngest daughter’s 16th birthday on Christmas Eve … and yes, Christmas Day! In an effort to embrace those three little words “All is calm,” I’m taking a break from social media, including my blog, until after the New Year. I’ll see you back …

In Others’ Words: Taking a Break

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There’s taking a break … and then there’s taking a break the way those sea lions are doing it. I’m taking a break from blogging this week — but I’m not lazing around on some rocks (even if I am in Monterey, CA!). I’m attending the Books and Such Literary Agency biannual retreat for their clients. I’ll get back to …