Tag Archives: blogging

Writing: Wryly Whining And Whying

Posted on August 17, 2011 by pegoleg

Someday, when I am a world-renowned writer, someone will want to interview me.  I will probably be really busy at that time, what with book signings and taking wheelbarrows full of money to the bank, so I thought it would … Continue reading →

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How You Can Help Me Become A World-Renowned, Respected Writer

Posted on July 1, 2011 by pegoleg

“Peg, what can I do to make sure you get the fame, wealth and respect you deserve as a writer?” I hear that a lot. Why, just the other day, while I was giving a big goose to a small … Continue reading →

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Earning the Respect of My Fellow WordPress Bloggers Has Me Humbled

Posted on May 22, 2011 by pegoleg

I must be doing something right.  I don’t mean to brag, but I’m really raking in the comments lately.  Here’s just a sampling, along with my replies:  lv monogram vernis enthused: “Your place is normally valueble in my opinion. I … Continue reading →

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We Need More Taxes

Posted on April 18, 2011 by pegoleg

What’s wrong with America is some of y’all need to be paying more taxes.   Taxes raise money, sure, but the government also uses them to change our behavior.  We are encouraged to do some things (buy houses and windmills) and … Continue reading →

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No More Pooper Scooping – I am an Artiste!

Posted on April 10, 2011 by pegoleg

Did Shakespeare scrub toilets?  Was Byron doing tax returns?  Were any of the Bronte sisters expected to wield a pooper-scooper?  I think not. We were not meant for the mundane, the work-a-day life.  We are Writers! This magical journey of self-discovery that we … Continue reading →

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Cave-In at the Real Life Mine

Posted on March 26, 2011 by pegoleg

Cave-in at humor mine shaft #1. I live in two worlds.  Real life world, and blog life world. They impact one another, but they rarely intersect.  Blogging takes a huge amount of time and effort, as my fellow writers  know.   But … Continue reading →

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Once Upon A Mattress (or When I Knew I Was A Grownup)

Posted on March 14, 2011 by pegoleg

My back against the staircase wall, I braced one foot against the banister.  I didn’t dare swipe at the tears streaming down my face.  It took both hands on the mattress’ flimsy handle to keep it from sliding down the … Continue reading →

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Freshly Pressed And Feelin’ Fine

Posted on March 9, 2011 by pegoleg

Woke up, fell out of bed, dragged a comb across my head… Came to work, turned on my screen, “Freshly Pressed!” they heard me scream… OK, OK, apologies to the Beatles.  Yesterday, I was _______(choose-your-own adjective: delighted, thrilled, humbled, not surprised) … Continue reading →

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Horton Hatches The Idea

Posted on March 7, 2011 by pegoleg

I write in my head.  That’s probably true for most writers. You start with an idea: a tiny, fragile egg to be protected and nurtured.  While my body is working out, washing dishes and folding clothes, my mind is elsewhere.  … Continue reading →

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Using Technology To Avoid Commitment (The Padded Room Variety)

Posted on February 28, 2011 by pegoleg

I talk to myself. Which is OK, except I’ve started answering me back.  Sometimes I have long, involved discussions with me while puttering around the house.  I’m a sparkling self-conversationalist!  I also talk to the TV and the cat, but … Continue reading →

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