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Mid week mind dump – non wordless Wednesday

It’s 6:42 AM. I’ve finally settled with my laptop and my fresh Keurig coffee to enjoy the inspiration of little Bass Lake. I hear the roar of a large truck, with distinct beeping of a vehicle backing up. They pick … Continue reading

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K – Knack

The Knack came out with their blockbuster hit “My Sharona” the year I was in Grade 9. Apparently, it was a generation-defining musical moment. All I know is that every time I hear it, I have to get up and … Continue reading

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Happy New Year – and my first read of 2025!

I realize we are still in the midst of holiday break, but I hope the holiday season has been a good one for you, and that your 2025 is off to a great start. I tried hard to finish up … Continue reading

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The Lotus Shoes – a Book review

The Lotus Shoes by Jane Yang My rating: 5 of 5 stars A tale of two young girls as they grow into young women in 1800s China. A time when the best chances for women to succeed in life were … Continue reading

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Creative writing step one

I finished up my first ever creative writing course, and got my final grade report. Honours. Cool. This is the first Saturday in the last eight weeks that I haven’t been editing, re-reading, re-hashing a new five page scene for … Continue reading

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