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Scattershot Saturday

Posted on September 27, 2025 by karenmeg

I thought I would start out something new for the blog, new for the fall. What’s another word for Random that starts with S? “Scattershot” Google says. And so it begins. My weekly roundup of things that are random, broad … Continue reading →

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The Cover Girl – A book review

Posted on September 13, 2025 by karenmeg

I haven’t been writing as much as reading. In fact, one of my writer friends suggested I just put down the darn books and get writing if I have writer’s block – so funny. I suppose I read to be … Continue reading →

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Mid week mind dump – non wordless Wednesday

Posted on July 16, 2025 by karenmeg

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

Posted on April 15, 2025 by karenmeg

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!

Posted on January 2, 2025 by karenmeg

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

Posted on December 6, 2024 by karenmeg

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

Posted on November 23, 2024 by karenmeg

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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