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So You Want to Write a Book?
When I tell people that I'm an editor and writer, they tend to launch into their book writing aspirations, which I enjoy, but then they tend to end the discussion with the statement, "But I don't know where to start." Yes, Lewis Carroll said, "Begin at the beginning,"...
The Oxford Comma
A recent article, first reported on the Quartz website, argued that a missing Oxford comma was to blame for a court's ruling on overtime pay in Maine. The article explains that the list of duties ineligible for overtime pay was ambiguous because it was missing an...
SoftChalk Lesson of the Week
Today, I was honored by having one of my course designs chosen for "SoftChalk Lesson of the Week." The lesson is part of a Department of Labor grant I am working on with NWCCD in Sheridan, Wyoming. It's been a fun journey, and I now know more about Heating,...
Is Cancer Winning?
On Monday, a friend of mine passed away from cancer. I mentioned that to anotherr friend who said, "Oh, she lost the fight." Although I know she meant well, I was instantly and irrationally angry. She didn't lose. Cancer took her. It wasn't her fault...it just was......
Sheridan Press Article Aug. 31, 2016
So, I guess it's my turn for 15 minutes of fame. Check out the following article by The Sheridan Press. Mike Dunn did a great job writing up my ramblings! SC English teacher, writer reflects on her sabbatical Mike Dunn August 31, 2016 SHERIDAN — Stephen King writes....
My Favorite Fitness Apps
Written by Keri De Deo Also featured on Be Live Stay Well If you’ve been looking for the perfect fitness app, then you’ve probably noticed the thousands out there. So, how do you know which one works for you? Perhaps I can help. At one time, I weighed 315 pounds (at...