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And So NaNo 2023 Begins

It’s that time of year again. The siren call of the National Novel Writing Month (NaNo) pulls me away from all other tasks to my favorite part of being an author…telling a story. My last few years have been scattered, … Continue reading

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Things That Make Me Smile No. 251: A Journey of Self-Discovery in a Short Film

It’s been a while since I posted something, but I just watched this little movie and wanted to share. The stop-motion animation, using wax figures, is talented from a technical standpoint, and the glimpses of his world set the scene … Continue reading

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The Two of Hearts by Patricia Loofbourrow

(Part 7 of the Red Dog Conspiracy) The story starts out at a run. It picks up from where Part 6 ends and amps the tension immediately with an attempt on Jacqui’s life. This style is very much a return … Continue reading

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Things That Make Me Smile No. 250: Traditional Foods

This short video offers a glimpse of the food enjoyed by indigenous Zapotecs in pre-colonial Mexico thanks to the efforts of world-famous chef Abigail Mendoza. She keeps Zapotec traditions and philosophies alive in her restaurant, which her sisters also staff. … Continue reading

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5 Interesting Links for 04-09-2021

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Surrealism (Art) Russian digital artist Andrew Ferez brings to life surreal and fantastical worlds on his Wacom tablet. The link from My Modern Met offers more information about him and … Continue reading

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