Baby Seals and Punctuation
A cute (or not-so-cute, depending on your perspective) take on the importance of punctuation.
Baby Seals and Punctuation
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Category Archives: Writing/Books
Christopher Walken Does Where the Wild Things Are
“Where the Wild Things Are” is a classic children’s book, and just like many other classic things, it has been treated in various ways. There is the movie that came out a couple of years ago, which I have not seen, by the way. Christopher Walken’s reading of “Where the Wild Things Are” is going to blow your socks off. I promise you.
Parents, you might want to view it without your kids first, and then decide whether you want them to see/hear the video or not.
Christopher Walken’s side comments made me snort, to be sure. However, they also made me think. I wonder what goes on in the minds of kids as we read such stories to them and as they see the accompanying illustrations? Would similar thoughts (as Walken’s comments) ever enter any child’s mind?
The Lorax Trailer!!!
All I can say is, “Good Lord!” – in a good way. A very good way.
Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.
~ Dr. Seuss
Reading Is Sexy
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If you’re going to make one New Year’s resolution that you intend to keep, make it “To read more”. The image explains it all.
Via Darling Dahlia
Comma, Comma, Comma, Chameleon
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The title’s a dead giveaway, isn’t it? You have to admit, there’s something about the comma that we just can’t resist!
Via George Takei
Treadmill Desk: The Answer to Healthy Working Conditions?
Treadmill Desk
I have never been enthusiastic about working at a desk, especially since I started working from home. When I used to have my own place, I had the most comfortable couch on earth. I am not exaggerating. All my friends who used to visit would immediately sit down, put their feet up, and promptly feel sleepy – if not totally fall asleep. There is also the fact that that couch was ginormous. It could easily sleep three people!
Then there’s the bed. Oh, don’t even get me started on the bed. It just calls my name, whether I am sleepy or not. Then again, if my friends can be believed, I am ALWAYS sleepy.
Needless to say, the table or desk has always been my last priority when it comes to writing. Now I am not saying that working at a desk does not make me more productive. The several times I have done proved to be good working days. It’s just that I like my comfort. 
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Commas Are Friends
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Because commas are friends. This “issue” is an oldie, but it is always fun to see how we can play around with things to emphasize the need for the proper use of commas. Now to get some steak for dinner.
Why I Write
Why do you write? Have you asked yourself this lately?
As a freelance writer, the answer is pretty obvious. I write because it is my source of income. If I don’t write, I don’t get paid. If I don’t get paid, I don’t have money to pay the bills.
I have spent a lot of time thinking and reflecting in the past few days, and naturally, my thoughts turned to writing. Why do I write? Continue reading
The Freelancing Revolution
How long have you been a freelance writer? Have you thought much about your working situation?
I bet many people in your circles who do not have a clear idea of what freelancing entails think that you are the luckiest worker alive. I have had my fair share of those sentiments expressed to my face (and not). Whether or not you I am the luckiest worker alive, I do know that I love freelance writing, and that I cannot see myself doing any other thing at this point in my life.
That passion naturally translates to curiosity about this not-so-mysterious status called “freelance”. I found an information-loaded infographic called “The Freelancing Revolution”, and I think that many freelancers will also be interested in it. Continue reading
Drunk on Writing
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I write, therefore I drink.
You must stay drunk on writing so reality cannot destroy you. ~ Ray Bradbury
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