Tag Archives: humor

Top (Funniest) Tweets on ’50 Shades of Grey’

Posted on May 23, 2012 by
50 Shades of Grey

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Before you ask … NO, I haven’t read it. But that doesn’t mean it’s not blog-worthy. If you haven’t heard about “50 Shades of Grey” yet, you might as well be living in a cave … an ice cave … … Continue reading →

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Here’s to All the Outcasts!

Posted on May 9, 2012 by

All the “weirdos,” all the “stupids,” all the “oddballs.” I’m proud to walk among you, because my uniqueness is what makes my writing stand out. Were you ever bullied as a kid? Forced to give up your milk money? Endured … Continue reading →

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Just F-ing Write, Already!

Posted on April 26, 2012 by
Frustrated

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This is what my boyfriend recently yelled at me. And ever since, I’ve screamed those same words over and over into my head. To force myself to stop obsessing over everyone else who’s been (super) successful, and why I’m not … Continue reading →

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Your Funny Stories: ‘Santa’s Not Real?!’

Posted on December 22, 2011 by
Spoiler alert

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Hanukkah began Tuesday night, and Christmas Eve starts Saturday. We are–indeed–in the Season! And as promised, today’s special post consists of YOUR stories about how you learned the “truth” about Santa (remember my call for funny stories two weeks ago?). … Continue reading →

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What Are You Willing to Sacrifice to Write?

Posted on November 17, 2011 by
Lynette before cutting her hair

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I first met Lynette Benton on Twitter, and soon discovered what a great writing instructor she makes! That’s why I invited Lynette to write a guest post for Rogue Writer. Today she asks, what would YOU be willing to sacrifice … Continue reading →

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My Love-Hate Relationship with Books

Posted on November 3, 2011 by
Love books

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I have a confession to make. It’s a problem of exponential proportions, and I desperately, desperately need help. I’m a writer, and I hate books as much as I love them. It’s like an abusive relationship, really. Where I love the … Continue reading →

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Occupy Yada Yada Yada

Posted on October 27, 2011 by
Occupy-Wall-Street-protestors

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Lately, it seems the world is occupying itself. I’ve heard activists say they’re protesting everything from corporate greed (understandable) to gambling (OK, well maybe not this exactly, but something equally as ridiculous). I get it, the world is ticked off. … Continue reading →

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Top 8 Reasons to STEP AWAY from the Computer

Posted on August 18, 2011 by
Shari with mug

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Back in April, a pack of wild teenagers stole my laptop computer right from the desk in my home. You can read about that fateful day from my post, “Burglars Beware! Why to NEVER Rob a Writer’s Home.” However, as … Continue reading →

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Weed Wackers & Writer’s Block: Spark Your Creative Juices!

Posted on August 4, 2011 by
writersblockemilyspost12109

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I watched a man buzz down the street—literally—in my mom’s neighborhood the other day, a Weed Wacker engine slung haphazardly onto the back of his bike. This was one of those “only in America” moments. And people wonder why half the world … Continue reading →

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Drama Lessons Americans Can Learn from Spanish Soap Operas

Posted on July 12, 2011 by
Spanish Soap Opera

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He bursts through the door, his black hair slicked away from his obsidian eyes, his chest bulging from a torn shirt. And his cheeks flush with the tone of desire. “Rosa,” he says, “I am in love with you.” “But, your brother,” … Continue reading →

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20,000 Clicks and Some Crazy Social Media Thing

Posted on June 29, 2011 by
mad scientist

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This past weekend, I hit a milestone–and it’s thanks to YOU. I finally reached 20,000 visits to my blog. I began blogging a year ago, and in fact, this blog’s original theme/title was “Peanuts and Watermelon.” But then, sometime in … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons Every Writer Should Keep an Idea Box

Posted on June 1, 2011 by
This is my idea box, from Barnes and Noble.

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How many times have I heard a (professional) writer tell me, “I really need an idea box?” Let me count the ways … What is an idea box? Simply put: it’s a box you keep close to your favorite writing … Continue reading →

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Are You the Banana in the Purse?

Posted on May 23, 2011 by
banana

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I pulled a banana out of my purse when paying for a Subway sandwich the other day. Upon digging around the black hole that is my pocketbook, seeking the ever-elusive wallet, my fingers clutched around a solid object. I pulled … Continue reading →

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Burglars Beware! Why to NEVER Rob a Writer’s Home

Posted on April 25, 2011 by
burglar

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I used to write poetry during math class.  I never would have guessed those poems would come in handy a decade later (a.k.a. last Monday), when burglars decided to break into my home, steal my computer and snatch my lighters. … Continue reading →

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You don’t have to be an alcoholic, to be a writer.

Posted on April 7, 2011 by
edgar-allan-poe

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Nor do you have to be a drug addict, have a mental psychosis, or bask in the misery of others. No. You just need to be a thinker–a good one–and an observer. I’m actually a goody-two-shoes. The most I’ve ever … Continue reading →

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