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'X' Marks The Spot

We had dug twelve holes before we realized the map was wrong. How to dispose of the shovels before mom used them on us was now the question.
 
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Q & A With an Exasperated Writer


Q: How did you come up with the idea for your new book?

A: Yes.

Q: Mmm...do you worry the angry tone will upset your old fans?

A: I like cheese.


 
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What Can Keep You Running

That knowing smile or wave when you pass by another running in the opposite direction.



 
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Moments We Don't Know

When we fall asleep; when that song finally leaves our head; when they fall out of love with you.
 
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Some Things I Have Learned As a Writer

1. Poor grammar does not sleep.

2. We’ll never finish every idea we have.

3. No matter how hard you try, you still might make it into my book.