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Sherrie’s Always Write Blog Reading Checklist for Next Week

Next week, Sherrie’s Always Write brings weekday humor and worldly insight to your inbox Monday – Friday. Each post provides a 3 to 5 minute commentary on topics ranging from Fantasy Football foods that should be part of your starting lineup to a Toast for the Ages. Don’t miss our Freelance Friday 5 Reasons You Can’t Seem to Achieve Your Goals and “What Next” by guest blogger LemonsLemonade.

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FREELANCE FRIDAY 6 COMPONENTS TO WRITING A SCENE

 

What is the secret to completing your novel? I ask this because if you’re like most writers, you already have a wonderful process in place to start your story. But problems begin to arise while you slog through the vast middle, and before you know it, you see a squirrel. You’re off to another brilliant idea that captured your attention while you were having a weak moment of “this novel is crap.” First, Continue reading “FREELANCE FRIDAY 6 COMPONENTS TO WRITING A SCENE”

THIRSTY THURSDAY WHEN IN ROME…

If you are in an American bar right now, chances are you’re knee deep in Hops and Barley. But if you and your Amore are O’ Solo Mio in Rome, there’s a 73% chance that the Godfather just suggested a nice vino to pair with your Clams Casino. Who are you to argue with the Big Papa?

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Trending Tuesday 5 Magical Tips for Going Back to Work After a Long Weekend

You stayed up late last night eating and drinking in blissful excess. You’re an interesting person after all. But the realization that you must return to the work trenches tomorrow smacked you square in the schnozz five minutes after last call. A close personal relationship with your snooze button in the morning is not a viable option. So what’s a Townie to do? These 5 Magical Tips for Going Back to Work After a Long Weekend may save your life, not to mention your job.

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Manic Monday Labor the Masses

The creamer in my coffee is congealed and has left an unsightly ring around the middle of my Harry Potter mug. I have 42 unanswered emails and another 14 phone calls to return. The novel I am penning beckons like a toddler for immediate attention, and Sierra the Writer Dog begs for another Pumpkin Spice Milkbone. These are the menial efforts in my life that I describe as labor. So, do I really need Continue reading “Manic Monday Labor the Masses”

Sherrie’s Always Write Blog Reading Checklist for Next Week

Next week, Sherrie’s Always Write brings weekday humor and worldly insight to your inbox Monday – Friday. Each post provides a 3 to 5 minute commentary on topics ranging from Labor Day’s historical beginnings to what to drink while visiting Rome and other parts of the world. Don’t miss our Freelance Friday 6 Components to Writing a Scene.

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Freelance Friday 10 Rules of Writing by Elmore Leonard

If you are unsure about the astounding career of Elmore Leonard, let me fill you in a few of his noted writing accomplishments. Leonard’s early works include westerns that were later turned into movies – 3:10 to Yuma, Hombre, Valdez is Coming, and Joe Kidd. 26 of his published novels and stories have been Continue reading “Freelance Friday 10 Rules of Writing by Elmore Leonard”

Thirsty Thursday Alternative Milk Does a Body Good

 

After yesterday’s explosive workout, were you disheartened this morning while pouring fat-laden high caloric cow’s milk over the flakes of your most important meal of the day?

Charge past the soggy myth that only bovine milk does a body good. These 5 alternative milks will give you food for thought. Continue reading “Thirsty Thursday Alternative Milk Does a Body Good”

WORKOUT WEDNESDAY 1/2 MARATHON TRAINING SCHEDULE/SCHMEDULE

 

If I’m running 13.1 miles, it’s because I’m either being chased by Freddie Krueger wielding a gun, I’m attempting to outrun K-9 dogs from the local penitentiary, or I’m chasing the ice cream truck to snag one of those shortbread cream dreams. I understand that many of you crazy health nuts out there run to improve your quality of life. I have a personal theory that you’re endorphin junkies. But whatever your reason may be for running 331 linear acres, a strategic training plan should be developed and consistently followed. I am the living epitome of the word Beginner, so I’ll outline below the baby steps to hone you into “evading the Po Po” shape in 13-22 short weeks. Continue reading “WORKOUT WEDNESDAY 1/2 MARATHON TRAINING SCHEDULE/SCHMEDULE”

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