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Where Have I Been?
…many people have given me the same sage advice that you can’t please everyone. However, when that way of thinking is part of your core programming, you literally can’t shut it off…
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Meet This Author: Gayle Smith
Originally posted on Urban Book Reviews:
Q: When did you decide to become a writer? I have loved literature, both stories and poetry, from a very young age. Over twenty years ago I felt a strong urge to write. I started writing “cowboy” poems and performed with my husband, Alf Epp, at the Maple Creek… -
Nanowrimo Plan 2022
The last time I tackled a novel for a third time, I finally finished the story with enough content worth editing, and it became my second book.
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Arrogant People
I’ve made poor choices in life and dealt with the consequences, including criticism, without hiding behind someone, which is all the more reason I hold no obligation to feel sorry for her.
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Onward Into Fall
The vice is the band aid making up for something else.
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Lessons in an Old Jeep
Now, turning back was not an option.The storm would overtake me before I made it back to town.
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Gators in the Swimming Hole
Children of parents with personality disorders are conditioned to a certain level of abuse.
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Flickering Gaslights
After years recovering from the last place that gaslighted me into an identity crisis, I’m finally able to rely on my training without second guessing my actions.
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Volunteer Services’ Worst Enemy
I’ve been burned out more times than I care to admit and resorted to several self-destructive behaviors. I can’t say I would encourage anyone to do what I do for a living.
Tommie Wendall 