Monthly Archives: July 2009

momentum

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Deanna

My guest blog post came up, yesterday, here, about critique groups. Though I can sound experienced, I’m not the greatest writer in the world quite yet. Editors aren’t exactly knocking down my door, but they are reading my query letters, articles, and essays. I’ve read a lot lately at this lady’s helpful, interesting blog. Mridu … Continue reading →

Posted in work, writing | 3 Comments

Posted on July 29, 2009 by Deanna

During an enjoyable anniversary yesterday, on which equipment broke down and Tim worked late but we still ate out and cooled off a while together, I mused about time travel. It’s almost too bad that on 7/28/79 Tim and I couldn’t experience a quick jaunt 30 years into the future. I think I would’ve liked … Continue reading →

Posted in life, reflection | 4 Comments

and no ‘poo

Posted on July 27, 2009 by Deanna

Oh, before I write something else, I want to wish my parents a happy 53rd anniversary. (!) Their big day took place in downtown Eugene, in a church with a dome, back when women wore hats and gloves and everyone looked cute in black and white. Mom and Dad celebrated their 23rd wedding anniversary the … Continue reading →

Posted in goofy, homey, life, marriage is cute sometimes, thankfulness | 5 Comments

love this little place

Posted on July 22, 2009 by Deanna

I pause at the friendly url where my name shines. My blog…no, I haven’t forgotten you; my home page…yes, I wish to put up new quotes and tidy your edges and simply hang out. Summer, however, is full of bright light, more than a few spiders darting from corners (shiver), and many happenings. Plus, my … Continue reading →

Posted in blogging, life, writing | 5 Comments

syfy, wifi, wii, spiffi

Posted on July 8, 2009 by Deanna

Yesterday the Sci Fi Channel changed its name. Sort of. You’re supposed to pronounce the new one, Syfy, the same way. But it’s spiffier. Or something. According to our newspaper’s TV Week, the reasoning behind the change is “the network wants to bring in people who may not think of themselves as science fiction fans, … Continue reading →

Posted in better to laugh, goofy, newsy | 5 Comments