Monthly Archives: March 2012

I heart libraries

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Thom

One of the nice things about being gainfully employed again is that we’ve been able to start buying books again. Our kids are beyond bookworms–perhaps the term “book black holes”. My kids scarf down books the way some kids scarf … Continue reading →

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The politics of college

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Thom

Rick Santorum recently said something that left even the most charitable of us scratching our heads: “President Obama wants everybody in America to go to college. What a snob.” Now, as usual the media uproar doesn’t bother to give the … Continue reading →

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Imagination fodder

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Thom

I’ve been spending a lot of time thinking about writing lately. My first draft of my novel is nearly complete, and once I finish it I will be setting it aside for a few months before diving back in for … Continue reading →

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The joy of live music

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Thom

Last night my wife and I were given a rare treat by my brother and his wife: tickets to see David Lanz and Kurt Bestor together in concert, along with free babysitting. We had excellent seats: a few rows back … Continue reading →

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Enemies of Greatness

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Thom

Jessica Hagy has done it again, this time with The Six Enemies of Greatness and Happiness: Here’s reason #1. Go read the rest.  

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Planting a flag

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Thom

I finished my novel today, and I’m feeling a loss. This has been one of the bigger parts of my life for the last four months. All during that time I was eager to finish so I could move on … Continue reading →

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The wisdom of Scarlett

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Thom

I’ve mentioned previous the podcast series I listen to about writing. It’s produced by three (or more) published authors who share their insights on writing and the business of writing. It’s very good stuff if you’re serious about being a writer, … Continue reading →

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