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Tag Archives: Career
The Cab Fare Was Only $50,000…It Was The $20,000 Tip
Old habits die hard, and I can’t help but keep up with the law firm world. Today I read about a partner of a major law firm who submitted $120K in false expense reports over 5 years; $69K on fraudulent … Continue reading
An Old Bird Spreads Her Wings
Well, I did it. I boldly stepped in to the scariest part of the 21st century thus far. I tweeted. I’m following, I’m being followed (well, by a few people) and I’m working on #whatsupwithhashtags. It’s been an eventful afternoon. I’m … Continue reading
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Tagged Career, Culture, Family, Middle Age, Social Media, Television
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Who Am I And Why Am I Here?
This weekend I was tasked with writing a one paragraph bio for the back cover and online listing of my book. I know I claim to be a writer, but this was one tough assignment. I grabbed dozens of books and … Continue reading
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Tagged Animals, Business, Career, Childhood, Culture, Exercise, Family, Irreverent
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Putting The Human Back in Human Resources
Well, last weekend brought another romantic date night for Dan and me; dinner at the local diner. If you must know I had a tuna melt. As usual I wouldn’t let Dan talk because a couple I’m going to call … Continue reading
What’s Cookin’
Years and years ago Dan claimed he didn’t know how to cook. I can hold my own but most of our meals ended up coming from Olive Garden (no, not proud of that) or out of a Kellogg’s box because … Continue reading
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Tagged Career, Celebrity, Childhood, Culture, Diet, Family, Humor, Marriage, Television
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I Don’t Know How To Tell You…
But I have to say something. I have a guilty conscience. I have been blogging on another site behind your back. I know it’s wrong, but the temptation was just too much. I hope when you meet my paramour you’ll … Continue reading
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Tagged Blogging, Career, Humor, Irreverent, Writing
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Subscribe Now Before More Puppies Are Harmed
So I’ve been blogging since last August. If I’ve made even one person smile it’s all worth it. Nah, just kidding, there’s a better reason. I am trying to make a living as a writer, and I’ve done lots of … Continue reading
Chuckles Would Have Been Proud
You know what’s interesting? Probably not or you wouldn’t be stuck reading my blog to find out. I wonder if insulting my readers is the brightest idea. Hmmm. OK, I started off with a digression so now I can focus. … Continue reading
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Tagged Business, Career, Culture, Humor, Irreverent, Self, Television, Writing
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And Thousands Cheered
I’m going to admit that I am not particularly religious, but I have now witnessed the power of prayer. I know no one would specifically pray for me to get laryngitis, but surely many people have fervently prayed that I … Continue reading
Just Ducky
For the last 15 months I’ve worked on the planning committee for the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Annual Conference. The long awaited conference was April 14-17, and I’m left with a bittersweet feeling of relief because it’s over and … Continue reading
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Tagged Animals, Business, Career, Childhood, Culture, Humor, Social
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