I know we are bombarded by people doing dumb stuff on social media ev’ry day, but these two Olympians trump most. For now. Keep in mind, in the cases of the stories I share on my site, you are what you do. Dumbest Olympians on Social Media…for Now How in hades are you going to…
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Reflection: From Frustrated to Enlightened Writer
For the past few weeks, I have been completing my book and work, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block. Actually, I became overly engrossed with the book to the point of frustration, and was losing my joy of writing the book. Along with that came the desire NOT to write anything. I have been much…
Pre-Order 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block
I am pleased as punch to announce that my book, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, is almost done. Woo hoo! I am even more ecstatic to extend the follower offer. Pre-order your copy of 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block and get the workbook FREE ($39 value)! Click on the book to get…
3 News Posts to Help Overcome Blogger’s Block
There is a huge ongoing debate about whether bloggers are journalists. After reviewing the comments and arguments on both sides, I would have to say that bloggers are not journalists as there are levels of trainings beyond writing that journalists undertake. On the other hand, it can be said that many trained journalists are not…
What Are The Best and Worst Excuses You’ve Ever Told or Heard?
I was having a conversation with someone whom I truly adore, and he made more excuses as to why he’s not doing anything he claims he wants to do than the law should allow. As I listened, I was getting a bit turned off and very disappointed because he kept saying, “Nothing is happening.”…
Napoleon Hill and Carter G. Woodson Thoughts on Education
Between my main two reads, I am re-reading The Mis-Education of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson (215 page) and checking out Law of Success by Napoleon Hill (599 pages). It didn’t dawn on me the power I had in my hands until I really looked at the titles: The Mis-Education of the Negro and…
Happy Independence Day from Marcie
Can you imagine what life would be like if it were not for the soldiers and other brave souls that dared to sacrifice their lives for our independence? Well, like to pay homage to everyone who has and who are continuing to do so. Image: colourbox
62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block is Moving Right Along
I don’t know if you had a chance to read the press release, but I’ll be launching my book, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, in August. I don’t have an exact date at this time, but be on the look out. Update on 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block Book Design & Layout I…
Overcome Blogger’s Block: 4 Ways to Add Humor to Your Blog
Everyone appreciates humor. Sometimes it’ll makes you laugh; other times it’ll make you groan. You may get the punch line of a joke immediately, or you may take you a while to “get it.” Wherever you land on the humor spectrum, you can always include it on your site. This can be done by creating…
Youth Violence Conversation at Columbia College – June 28, 2012
We are sometimes only as good as our sources and lately I sense that we need more voices to tell us what’s happening with youth violence here. That’s why the Headline Club is co-sponsoring a meeting on June 28th to bring journalists together with those who deal with youth violence. As this story seems…