Category Archives: around town

Melting Down In the Grocery Store – A Cherished Milestone

Posted on March 30, 2011 by The Daring One

TweetIt’s time to break out the die cuts and vibrating-uvula-shaped punches because Wanda just had her first full-scale grocery store melt down and I’d like to capture this special moment properly. [Read more at Parenting.com]

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Calling All Mixed Martial Arts Fighters

Posted on February 20, 2011 by The Daring One

TweetThey’ll train us!!!??? This awesome sign appeared yesterday at a major intersection just outside of town. I saw the guy placing it there. I’d say mid-twenties, shortish, dark hair, possibly hispanic. I wasn’t paying too much attention to him. Then … Continue reading →

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Wherein I Remember Just in Time That I am Not a Ninja

Posted on February 16, 2011 by The Daring One

TweetWhen you’re writing a novel, there’s a blurry line between fiction and reality. I infuse my story with aspects of places and characters I have known. My heroine has characteristics I possess or wish I possessed. Some of my best … Continue reading →

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Wreck-A-Mend

Posted on February 9, 2011 by The Daring One

TweetCan anyone recommend a good Auto Body shop on the Eastside? I prefer something with a punny name.

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We Know You’re Curious

Posted on February 3, 2011 by The Daring One

TweetThe women’s restrooms at the Columbia Tower Club in Seattle are pretty wild, each stall containing a large window that looks down on the city below. I guess this has caused problems with the male visitors. Now I want to … Continue reading →

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