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• Why You Will Fail to Have A Great Career

  

  Ted Talk Speaker Larry Smith. Photo credit: Ted.comI only have time for a quick post today as there are only hours left in our spring semester, but this was on... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Best Advice You Ever Got

  

  —And over the years you’ve heard a lot—Didn’t come in the way of a bang and pop!Didn’t come among a fertile crop.It didn’t call out in the dead of nightWhen... Read more

  Posted on 23 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• In The Words of Maya Angelou, “Don’t Bring Negative To My Door.”

  

  I’ve always been a cheerleader. In 7th grade I made the squad, and then again in high school I made it, and I cheered throughout my years in school. Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography #16 – Little French Market

  

  Little French Market, Historic Ellicott City. Photo by yours truly. /FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction... Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• She’s A Doll

  

  This doll, that has never been named and probably deserves one, is from my childhood. I feel as if she’s always been around. I could never let go of her. Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Results Of Our Fairy Garden

  

  * * * * * *As I mentioned in an earlier blog post this week, my daughter and I planned to start our Fairy Garden on Saturday. We did it. Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography #15—Finding Paul

  

  Photo credit: Jenny Bumgarner/FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by me!).This week I’m featuring a... Read more

  Posted on 11 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• 10 Memorable Baseball Quotes

  

  Baseball’s back, the weather is getting brighter here in Baltimore, and I’m coming in from third to home with the writing of my baseball-themed novel. Read more

  Posted on 10 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Building a Fairy Garden With My Daughter

  

  Inspiration Photo #1Several months ago, my daughter and I stopped into a nearby store. I was on the hunt for something in particular that I could not find. Read more

  Posted on 08 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• 5 Suggestions for Spring Cleaning (and Why It’s Liberating)….

  

  My friends Jenny and Ron, along with their children, Shelby and Stella, saw me in all my glory this afternoon when they stopped by unexpectedly. Read more

  Posted on 07 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Happy 3-Year Anniversary!

  

  I just popped on to check my stats for the day, something we bloggers who take this seriously often do. (I’m nearing the 100,000 mark—a significant milestone... Read more

  Posted on 06 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography #14 — A Love Letter From Mitchell Henry of Kylemore Castle,...

  

  Kylemore Abbey. Photo Credit: Emily Maranto /FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by me!).How... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Reflections & Reasons for Writing

  

  My first recollection of reading and enjoying reading came in the form of Dr. Seuss and the book entitled “Go, Dog. Go!” I loved all the colorful dogs, the... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• What’s On Your Summer Reading List?

  

  * * * * * *I know…I know. I’m getting a little ahead of myself, but this gorgeous weather in the Baltimore area yesterday and today is making me yearn for... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Carriefully, I Took The Quiz

  

  I love a good pinstripe dress. Have one of my own, in fact.Last night, as I was tucking myself in, exhausted from the busy week, I saw my friend Scott post on... Read more

  Posted on 29 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography (Lucky) #13 — Michelle’s Adventure

  

  Photo Credit: Nick Mamakos/FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by me!).This week’s selected... Read more

  Posted on 28 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• My Least Favorite Question: “What Are We Having For Dinner?”

  

  It goes without saying that in most homes—most, not all—it’s the woman who does the cooking. (I realize there are exceptions to this rule because I know women... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Happy 99 Cent Anniversary!

  

  Beneath the Mimosa Tree was a Finalist in the National Indie Excellence Awards for 2013 and also received the Bronze medal—tops in its category—in the annual... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Nerd Alert: I’m Getting Excited

  

  I can’t help it…I’m a writing nerd, and I’m a little excited.I see the finish line…it’s there. I’m nearing completion of novel #2. Read more

  Posted on 25 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Face the [Mon]day Salesperson…With Enthusiasm

  

  Mondays: Does anyone love a Monday morning, when the alarm goes off and you have to face another week of work and responsibilities? It’s not likely, especially... Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION