Monthly Archives: November 2013

Amy Beth Takes 5 With Barbara Jean

Posted on November 24, 2013 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Well, yours truly was one happy glamper this week when my good friend Amy Beth Arkawy’s name floated up to the top of the martini pitcher to be picked as this month’s Take 5 guest.  … Continue reading →

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If You Ain’t Having Fun, You’re Going At It All Wrong!

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Are you having fun yet?  Well, I have to admit I’m having a blast!  Whether I’m right or wrong, I know I’m happy.  Talking about it may jinx it, but I am willing to take … Continue reading →

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You Can Count on It!

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Today, let’s talk about writing — words, goals and numbers.  Like most writers we know, we start off a good day of writing with the idea of a number of words to strive for — … Continue reading →

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Write What You Know

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Today Andrea and Heather are taking over Barbara Jean, talking about what they know, or what they are learning to know. There’s the old adage that says to write about what you know, and some … Continue reading →

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