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Tag Archives: Massachusetts
How Many Times Have You Been There?
One of my absolute favorite places to visit in Massachusetts is The House of the Seven Gables in Salem. And, I fully admit I’ve paid to tour the house on more than one occasion. Actually, when I met up with … Continue reading
The Weather Gods Hate Me
For the past few days, Massachusetts has been sweltering. Temps in the 90s with 80% humidity. It’s been unbearable and kind of a kick in the teeth. Why you ask? Over Memorial Day weekend, I reserved a hotel room with … Continue reading
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Tagged Book Research, Lesfic Author, Massachusetts, Rockport, Seaside, TB Markinson
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Trying to Hold onto a Semblance Normalcy
This has been a weird year, and the news seems to get even more depressing, making it hard to stay sane. Or even semi-sane. Some days, I end up binging on ice cream while watching Disney movies to avoid going … Continue reading
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Tagged Massachusetts, Seeking Normalcy, TB Markinson, The Setup Giveaway
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The Spark for Heart of Ice
I need to confess something. I frigging love cemeteries. The old, beautiful ones that date back well over a hundred years. When I lived in London, I would stroll through Brompton Cemetery to let my mind wander. It’s a very … Continue reading
Not Acting my Age
The other day, I strapped on my backpack, which was mostly empty, but I made sure I had a full water bottle. With my mask on, I went out for a walking adventure, doing my best to avoid people. Not … Continue reading
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Tagged Heart of Ice Giveaway, Lesbian Author, Lesbian Fiction, Lesfic, Massachusetts, TB Markinson, Writer's Life, Writing Life
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So far 2020 has been hit or miss
I’m the type who likes to set ambitious goals. Really ambitious. I do this for two reasons: to push myself to achieve more and, clearly, I’m insane and enjoy punishing myself. To help keep me motivated, I’ve decided to share … Continue reading
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Tagged 2020 Goals, Lesbians Who Write Podcast, Lesfic Author, Massachusetts, T. B. Markinson, Writer's Life, Writing, Writing Life
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Is it weird that cemeteries inspire me?
My last post was about going to Fenway to do research for a book. But that’s not always possible. When penning Confessions from the Heart, the prequel to the Confessions series, the two characters go to Mount Auburn Cemetery in … Continue reading
Memories are funny things
When I moved from Colorado to Massachusetts back in 2006, I had good intentions of exploring the area. Then I got a job, settled into my apartment, made friends, and my goal of getting out and about got shoved to … Continue reading
Tagged Life, Massachusetts, Photos, Thoreau, Walden Pond
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How can something so pretty cause so much misery?
It’s that time of year again when I constantly have to blow my nose and clear my throat. On top of that, I always seem to have a persistent slight headache and sinus pressure. For as long as I can … Continue reading
Tagged Allergies, Boston, Life, Massachusetts, Spring
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