Tuesday Choice Words

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Blue skies, washing on the line, ice in my drink - it must be summer. I love my autumn walks and the freshness of the spring colours but the summer heat does relax me. It's a shame that I have to work.

Nicola Morgan raises a valid question on her blog - Are you starting in the right place?


Comments

  1. Kelly Hashway9 July 2013 at 14:09

    I have a lot of work too. Great Jane Yolen quote.

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    1. Fi9 July 2013 at 14:14

      At least we get to 'write' as part of that work though.

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    2. Anonymous9 July 2013 at 15:39

      I think your blog is GREAT! You are a wonderfully creative writer!

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    3. Fi9 July 2013 at 15:57

      Aw, thank you, Samantha.

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  2. Karen Wojcik Berner9 July 2013 at 16:08

    I am dealing with this now--where to start my third novel. This was very helpful. Thanks, Fi.

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  3. Edith9 July 2013 at 19:46

    Nicoal is always well worth reading...and quoting! Great link :)

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  4. Fi10 July 2013 at 08:33

    Thanks, Edith.

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