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Happy New Year!

Posted on: Thursday, January 1st, 2009 in: Freelance Writing

I woke up this morning to a quiet house and the sound of just a few birds chirping busily outside. I was happy, rested, and peaceful and then I remembered why: it’s a whole new year!
The year 2009 is as exciting as a blank page. What will you write on it?
I have some ideas for [...]

Ode to freelancing joy.

Posted on: Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008 in: Freelance Writing, Working from Home

Author Bill Dyszel wrote this little ditty, and sings it to the tune of “Ode to Joy.”
Although he calls it the Freelance National Anthem, I think this speaks to freelancers around the world, nation non-exclusive.

For the record, I work in my pajamas.
 
Alternate link: Freelancers National Anthem, by Bill Dyszel

Menu Plan Monday - 3 whole days EARLY!

Posted on: Friday, November 14th, 2008 in: Freelance Writing

Since I skipped two weeks of meal-planning, I guess you could choose to consider this post two weeks late. I choose not to do that, and instead, I maintain that I am three days early with this post. That puts me waay ahead, world.
Add to that the article I turned in yesterday, two days [...]

A resource that rocks.

Posted on: Wednesday, October 29th, 2008 in: Freelance Writing

If you’re a freelance writer (or want to become one), let me remind you of a terrific resource. The Renegade Writer offers excellent advice for pros, tips on how to get started, and everything in between. There’s a great post up right now called “Tools You Should Have In Your Marketing Toolbox.” Go ahead and [...]