Category: Marvellous Miscellany
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Surviving Being Off Track – Week 2
The second week of being off track is now over and we are all getting a little stir crazy. With only one week to go there is still time to make some memories and have lots of fun. The moaning about having to go back is already in full swing, especially from my oldest who…
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Surviving Being Off Track – Week 1
We’ve made it through one week of being off track from school and so far everything has gone well. Everyone is still talking to each other and the house has not been destroyed, yet. There is still time for that. My youngest has uncovered an even more stubborn streak than before and is testing his limits…
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Perks and Pitfalls of Going Off Track
As of tomorrow, my kids are off track from school for the next three weeks and I can’t say I’m 100% excited about the prospect of having them home for so long. When they first proposed year round school I had mixed feelings. No more big summer break and instead random three week breaks during…
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Teaching the Next Generation
I had all the intentions of writing a new section of The Man in the Cupboard for this morning but then I got caught up in another project – preparing a mini class for my daughters kindergarten class. Part of being a writer mom means doing my best to be the coolest mom out there…
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The Merriest of Christmases to all!
Here’s wishing all of my friends out there a very Merry Christmas and the happiest of New Years! May all the comforts of home and family find you wherever you are!
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The Introvert’s Survival Guide to the Holidays
Dear introverts of the world (you know who you are), This time of year with its festive atmosphere and required attendance to social events, brings its own set of challenges. Holiday events almost always include crowds, noise, late hours, and interacting with strangers. For an introvert these extra demands are a source of anxiety and…
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A Case of the Grumpies
Today is one of those days where my “Get up and GO!” got up and went. Here in Utah we’ve entered another ice age, the temperatures haven’t even gotten close to above freezing for over a week. Even with the heat on, the air inside the house holds a chill and all I want to…
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Cirque du Soleil: Ka
For the fantasy writer, there’s nothing more inspiring than experiencing something new. I’ve been a long time fan of the style and music of the Cirque du Soliel theatrical company and this last week I got to experience Kà at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Cirque Du Soleil is best described as an odd…
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Teaching Sewing to Kids
I’m a mom first, writer second. I dream of being that kind of fabulous mom who comes up with all sorts of crazy and memorable activities for my kids. Problem is, making up crazy and memorable activities takes lots of time and energy. And, well, writing just takes lots of time. Needless to say, when…
Jodi L. Milner, Author 