How to Get Rid of Competitors
I had lunch with a dozen other freelance writers last week. We each shared where we were at in our freelance journey and the types of writing we were doing.
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Minnesota Swamp Living
I grew up surrounded by - swamps. Yep. The entire area on the opposite side of the road from our house was northern Minnesota swamp land. Back down the logging road that led into the woods behind our house were ponds and more swamp land.
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Minnesota Swamp Living
I grew up surrounded by - swamps. Yep. The entire area on the opposite side of the road from our house was northern Minnesota swamp land. Back down the logging road that led into the woods behind our house were ponds and more swamp land.
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Create It on Your Computer - Sell It Online
You got it. If you can create it on your computer, you can sell it online. It's called digital goods.WritersSince I'm a writer, I obviously have made use of this means of passive income by selling my words.
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Whoops! I Didn't Know You Were Here!
Have you ever started telling a funny story about someone and then had to bite your tongue because you realized they were in the room? After all, you don't want to hurt their feelings.
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When Your Readers Make You Cry
As a poet, I've made my readers cry. I've actually seen them wipe away tears in front of me as they were reading my poetry on display. I have always treasured those tears.
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Do You Have Trouble Saying No?
--> The Servant HeartSome people love to do things for others. They enjoy meeting a need or making the load lighter for someone else. They hate to say no, no matter how busy they are or tired they are, when someone needs their help.
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When God's Promises Fail
"I'm standing on the Promises that cannot fail."Have you ever sung that old hymn? I haven't heard it for a long time, but I remember singing it with gusto."Standing, standing - Standing on the promises of God my Savior! Standing, standing.......I'm standing on the promises of God!"I've also heard people 'claim' God's promises in the Bible.
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Balance: Their Needs - My Needs
I'm always looking for balance. It is so easy to get lopsided in our thinking and our doing. Finding the balance between serving others and meeting their needs and yet allowing yourself the necessity of meeting your needs is an area I always struggle with.
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Friday News Digest
Yesterday was the "graduation" of six year old Stella from kindergarten, another milestone in a life that is proceeding way too quickly. We're getting ready for a summer schedule here and I am looking forward to being home again with the girls on Fridays, if not a little bit more at times.
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Return on Brain Damage
This morning I was part of a really interesting group discussion over email, which I thought the Strong Towns audience might enjoy hearing a bit of. Without copying the entire email chain, here's what regular Strong Towns contributor Ian Rasmussen and I had to say. We've seen a number of studies that indicate the traditional development pattern generates more wealth than conventional, auto-exclusive development over the long-term. ...
How to Get Rid of Competitors
I had lunch with a dozen other freelance writers last week. We each shared where we were at in our freelance journey and the types of writing we were doing.
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Vendor Line-up for Season KickOff Friday, May 31st
We have a great vendor line-up for opening day! Join us every Friday this summer 2:30-5:30pm for a great selection of homemade homegrown goodness. SEA ...
baker creek seed company festival
When my eyes fell upon the old hands planting a seedling. I knew.
When the paved road suddenly turned into a winding dirt road. I just knew. And then I saw the grey weathered barns.
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