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  • Just Some Thoughts,  Tuesday Tips

    Moving our Buts

    May 12, 2020 /

    It’s a little word that has the ability to cause a lot of suffering. A word that doesn’t allow us to accept things as they are.

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    Dara
  • Just Some Thoughts,  Tuesday Tips

    Practical Creativity

    April 7, 2020 /

    Guilt Fear Frustration Disappointment In times of hardship these emotions can wreck havoc on the flow of creativity. So I’m going to let you off the hook for a few things you think you have to do now, in case you don’t know (or need reminding).

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    Dara
  • Just Some Thoughts,  Tuesday Tips

    In case you’re ready to give up

    October 15, 2019 /

    Because I’ve gotten a number of private comments from people disappointed with what they have to show for their efforts, ready to throw in the towel, I thought I’d re-post something I’d put up in 2016 and think is still relevant today. Is this all there is? Yes. For now.

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    Dara
  • Just Some Thoughts

    Is this all there is?

    August 11, 2016 /

      Yes. For now. For now, only three people may: Show up at your talk. Read your work. See your painting. Hear your band. Listen to your podcast. For now, as you hear the loud applause and cheer for other artists, your efforts will feel like a waste—useless.

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    Dara

New Release: Leave Me Breathless

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Seeing Red

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Beneath the Covers (Ladies of the Pen, 3)

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Her Tender Touch

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By My Side (It Happened One Wedding, 8)

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