Monthly Archives: June 2009

GLAWS

Posted on June 21, 2009 by Heather

Yesterday I went to my first meeting of GLAWS…Greater Los Angeles Writing Society.  A very nice group of writers in the area trying to mentor and support each other in the craft.  It is perfect for my needs right (or … Continue reading →

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A use for The Bachelorette

Posted on June 20, 2009 by Heather

Finally a practical use for a reality show!   Personally I don’t usually enjoy these types of shows…especially now that my television watching has been reduced to mindless comedies in the background while I work.  But I did enjoy Beauty and … Continue reading →

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Speed and Power

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Heather

One thing that hasn’t changed for me is how much I love take off when I fly.   It takes a lot of power and a certain amount of speed to get that big weight into the air with just flaps.  … Continue reading →

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That Sloshing Sound

Posted on June 18, 2009 by Heather

My youngest and my oldest all have a touch of ADHD. My middle son only has a touch of the ADD, which means when he loses his attention he become the rock in the path instead of the blowing leaf … Continue reading →

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Kids and Money-the Why

Posted on June 17, 2009 by Heather

A lot of people have different opinions about kids and money.  Should they get an allowance or not?  Should we as parents control what they spend? When I was growing up we had chores and got an allowance.  It was … Continue reading →

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Kid meets God

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Heather

So, I’ve mentioned I’m not a big church fan.  But I liked the first Unitarian church I went to…even though the drive was far.  It was less like church and more like a religious discussion group…because the congregation was really, … Continue reading →

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Minnesota 08 Vacation Story #1

Posted on June 15, 2009 by Heather

So I’m in my rental van, the only adult with 5 boys, and we are driving back from swimming in the pool in this Minnesota vacation.  In the back bench seat I have Jacob (4) in a car seat, Conor … Continue reading →

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Beginning Writing 101

Posted on June 14, 2009 by Heather

Last year I discovered that writing is fun.  Which is ironic as I look at my past history.  My parents kept asking me what I wanted to do from age 16 to 18.  Normal questions from parents but as a usual … Continue reading →

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Me and God vs Me and Religion

Posted on June 13, 2009 by Heather

I know that religion is a subject everyone shies away from, which is rather ironic considering how important so many people make it to their lives, but it’s something I love to discuss.  Mostly because I enjoy shocking others and challenging … Continue reading →

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A quickie

Posted on June 11, 2009 by Heather

This is just to show off my new pix in hopes of making it a permanent fixture on the main page.  And this is the best shot we could get.  Damn if I just canNOT get my personality to show … Continue reading →

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