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Which of These Makes You Feel Less Alone?
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Continue reading →: Which of These Makes You Feel Less Alone?Not only do we prefer certain types of stories and story-telling styles to read, we also may not be in the mood for something depending on lots of factors. I remember after college I browsed in my local library on a shelf near the front door for new releases. Four…
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A Little Less Lonely (First Draft Complete)
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Continue reading →: A Little Less Lonely (First Draft Complete)After months of writing, reflecting, and reliving the rollercoaster of my friendship journey, I’ve officially completed the first draft of my book about friendship. It’s raw, real, and full of heart—and I’m so proud of it. This book is more than just words on a page. It’s a patchwork of…
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How To Dress for Your First Friend Date
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Continue reading →: How To Dress for Your First Friend DateCongrats! You have made plans and the two of you are getting some IRL time to see how you get along outside of your text chat. Friend Date Style: How to Look Great Without Trying Too Hard Maybe you’re meeting for coffee during early naptime, or your partner is going…
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How to Write a Friend Resume
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Continue reading →: How to Write a Friend ResumeHow to Write a Friend Resume In today’s competitive social landscape, a strong friend resume is essential. Just like a professional resume showcases your skills and experience to potential employers, a friend resume helps you attract and cultivate meaningful connections. Here’s a basic friendframework to get you started: 1. Contact…
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Continue reading →: Saltwater Friends
saltwater friends / adjective. syn acquaintance who doesn’t really have time to hang out “I feel I have so many saltwater friends and nothing to drink. Or, no one to drink with.” What would your profile say if you were on an app for friendship? How would it change as you…
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Continue reading →: Last Post of 2024
What was Dr. Frankenstein’s New Year’s resolution for 2025? To make new friends In 2025 I will publish my next novel. Instead of a science fiction, this will be a fantasy- the topic is finding friendship in your 30’s. What was the best book you read about friendship…
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Continue reading →: Into the Net
After a year and a half, my short story “Born to Stub” is now available on Hoopla. This is often included in library memberships. Check it out today for free, and be sure to leave a review if you love it!
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Continue reading →: NaNoWriMo 2023
I did it! Children’s birthdays, nights of family-wide illness, a water advisory that had me drinking from bottles and boiling water to give the kids a shower… I still did it. This NaNoWriMo took my book to unexpected places and I’m so grateful I took on this challenge. Now to…
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How Working with Dementia Patients Taught Me to Stop Tantrums in My Kids
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Continue reading →: How Working with Dementia Patients Taught Me to Stop Tantrums in My KidsBy: Ashley Crookham Ashley studied Aging Services for 4 years and has 13 years of applied experience with seniors; with a specialty in memory care. She did no coursework in Children Services but had 3 babies in 3 years. When your kids become verbal, there is such a…
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Continue reading →: Virtue Chasm on TV!
Do you remember that time my book was on local television? *note the yellow arrow Watch the story here!
