Tag Archives: Writing

WTF Wednesday: Did You Miss National Candied Orange Peel Day?

Perhaps it’s because of social media, hashtag trends, etc. but it suddenly seems like every day is a national or international something or other day. Some are cute or funny; naturally I’m a fan of National Cat Day, and aaargh … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 14 Comments

Kids, Don’t Try This At Home: The Nastygram

You guys know how much I miss my career, right? Or have I been remiss in whining? I miss my career a lot. I loved working. I had a couple of short-lived, crappy jobs over the years, but for the most … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 12 Comments

What The World Needs Now: Another Semi-Amusing Blog

People frequently ask me why I blog. [Not a single person has ever asked me that but it’s important to the set-up here, so go with it, OK?] There are many reasons, but the most compelling is that I blog … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 20 Comments

The Poison Pen Chronicles

Look, I understand that everyone has their own taste, and that my writing and/or sense of humor does not appeal to everyone. Really uptight, boring people for example; they don’t get it. But when I saw the first bad review … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | 18 Comments

All About Me, Me, Me

I know I have been neglecting my blogging duties, but it was for a good reason. I have been gallivanting about town doing Serious Authorly Things. I had an Author Talk and Book Signing at a local bookstore, where hundreds, … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 12 Comments

Good Day, Sunshine!

I am both flattered and honored to have been nominated for a Sunshine Award by Beth Teliho in her amazing blog, Writer B is Me. If you haven’t had a chance to catch her blogs, mosey on over; you are … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 16 Comments

You Still Love Me. You Really, Really, Really Love Me.

Sometime in mid-September, people stopped commenting on my blogs. I kept posting, but no one had anything to say. I was sad but figured hey, just keep moving, one foot in front of the other. No one loves me anymore. … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 27 Comments

Dressed To Kill…The Mood

It’s that time of year…the time when traditionally I rotate from my spring/summer wardrobe into my fall/winter wardrobe. It occurs to me that this year, my wardrobe is…not really a wardrobe. I’m not a stay-at-home mom; no carpools or PTA … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | 9 Comments

I Love Andy Cohen, But He Doesn’t Love Me Back

In case any of you out there are thinking about writing a book, I can now tell you that even if you are an amazing writer with a sparkling wit, it’s a rough road. Now imagine how much harder it … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | 6 Comments

It’s A Big, Furry Deal

Well I’ll be damned. I’ve been so busy promoting my book, I neglected to score endorsement deals for my cats. The so-called “Grumpy Cat” (aren’t they all?) on the other hand, is set for catnip and chow for life. I don’t … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | 4 Comments