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Monthly Archives: September 2014
When is Better, Worse? (Weekly Writing Challenge)
The Weekly Writing Challenge wanted folks to paint a picture of what might happen in a story. Just to be a little different, I wanted to pose the question, what might be happening in our story? ———- Better. It is … Continue reading
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Tagged dpchallenge, enhancement, future, google glasses, military, samsung gear, smart phone, society, technology, upgrade
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Not-so Dreamy Dresser (Blogging 101)
If clothes make the man, then I’m a bit of a mess. But Samuel Clemens is on my side, so I must be doing something right. “Be careless in your dress if you must, but keep a tidy soul.” -Mark … Continue reading
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Tagged attire, blogging101, dress, fashion, jogging, life, looks, running, sexy, trends
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I Love the Way You Book Tonight (Or, “How Libraries Save Our Lives Daily”)
A cartoon about cats makes all the difference. Today was rather “eh”. I didn’t have to do much at work, nobody yelled about their coffee being made wrong (well, they raised an eyebrow and asked for a refund, but they … Continue reading
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Tagged archie, breaking bad, bryan cranston, cranky, funk, inman, library, life, mood, the oatmeal
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Tag(line)! You’re it! (Blogging 101)
Okay, confession time. I have no clue what my tagline should be. Right now, well, it is rather sad. “Ramblings and ponderings a’plenty”. What does that even mean? Nothing. Sure, the whole rambling and a’plenty (comlete with folksy apostrophe) has … Continue reading
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Tagged blog, blogging101, format, help, indecisive, miscellaneous, tagline, theme, website, writing
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Who I Am- Quiz Time (Blogging 101)
Howdy, I’m Philip and I write opinions over here and short stories over at AnecdotalTales. You want to know about me? Fine, but let’s make this simple, shall we? Quiz format! That way, if you want to chime in with stuff … Continue reading
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Tagged beginning, blogging101, first impressions, greetings, introduction, life, LOST, quiz, wriitng, youtube
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No Thanks
If you truly wish to annoy me, simply tell me, “You’re the best!” There are a few possible notions attached to a compliment that revolves around “best”. First off, you could think that the person is, in fact, the best. … Continue reading
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Tagged appreciate, back to the future, best, compliment, coworker, job, life, newsroom, thank, work
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The Mental-Dental Appointment (or, “How to Grin While Bearing It”)
My dentist is great; I love that tiny gal. She measures in at something like four foot five. I have been going to her since I was seven. Every time that I go in she jokes how I used to … Continue reading
Maps, Stats, and Animaniacs
Yesterday’s blog got me thinking. For one thing it refreshed my love for Animaniacs. Dang that show was brilliant. I know, I know. It was the 90’s so it is a good twenty years out of date. And no, technically … Continue reading
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Tagged animaniacs, blogging, borne identity, bottledworder, byronic, global, numbers, stats, world, writing
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The Galaxy Revolves Around Us
I was catching up on news today. I happened across two interesting articles. So, hey guess what? What? That is not a guess. But I appreciate your enthusiasm. It turns out that the galaxy is even bigger than we thought. … Continue reading
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Tagged animaniacs, earth, galaxy, health, laniakea, life, news, obesity, wealth, weight
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Putting on My Summer Tank(a)-top (Weekly Writing Challenge)
Challenge? Accepted. ———- Holiday weekend? I groan at the thought of it. Tourists everywhere. Massive throngs all demanding Adults losing their children. I remain stoic “Sorry, that will end today.” “Yes, that is sold out.” They need their outings perfect. … Continue reading
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Tagged customer, families, free, help, jerry maguire, labor day, service, tom cruise, tourists, vacation
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