Today, I was driving home from my niece’s soccer game. I was driving west, and the sun was shining directly…
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ESTABLISH: 31 days of 5-minute free writes
There are all kinds of theories about what it takes to establish a habit. Many exercise programs and nutrition plans…
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The “Lego” budget explanation and more: September at SmartBrief
I’m participating in the City of Tallahassee (Fla.) Neighborhood Leadership Academy. We recently had a presentation about the city budget….
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31-day writing challenge 2021
Hello friends! This will be the home to the posts I wrote during the 2021 31-day writing challenge. Oct. 1…
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Banned Books Week 2021
Banned Books Week 2021 starts today and lasts through October 2. Since 2014, I have participated in the Banned Books Week Virtual…
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The Restaurant Business 2021: Neutralizing Negativity
Mike Ferrara, owner of Cabo’s Island Grill and Bar in Tallahassee, Fla., says one of his primary jobs is “neutralizing…
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