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I know I’m on a blog hiatus, but today is very special for me, and I COULDN’T pass this up. Today is my 5-year anniversary with my life’s love, Oscar. And I couldn’t resist sharing our story with you. First … Continue reading
I have an announcement to make. Rogue Writer is going on hold—but just temporarily! I’m thinking about a month. And when I return, I may push back to posting twice a month, versus every week. I know many of you … Continue reading
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For the first time in my life, I’m struggling with a weight problem. Not a bad one, but it’s enough. I don’t mean to get all mushy on you; trust me, there’s a writing lesson here. First of all, I’m sorry … Continue reading
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I’ve been on a creative binge lately. And for the New Year, I want to help inspire you, too! I’ve been reading books and writing stories about some of the deepest, most profound themes I know. You know, those deep, … Continue reading
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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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I want to know: How did YOU learn that Santa isn’t real? What’s your story? DON’T POST IT HERE. Keep reading, and I’ll give you the details … I’m preparing a special blog post for the week of Christmas. It’ll … Continue reading
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My job, in this shaky economy. My house, when others are losing theirs. My boyfriend, who loves me through thick and thin. My family, who lives close by and supports me in all I do. My freedom, to write and … Continue reading
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Have YOU ever had to bury a long-loved dream? One you thrived on? One you lived for? I have. Today, my short narrative, “Death of a Dream,” is being featured on the new Anthem Exposition. I have fun writing this … Continue reading
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I just finished THE HELP last week. And then I read author Kathryn Stockett’s personal three-page narrative at the end. And I realized something. Kathryn didn’t write THE HELP to be a bestseller or a future American classic (which I’m … Continue reading
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Exactly one year ago today (Sept. 19, 2010), Rogue Writer was born. The infant post? Writer’s Block Anonymous. In all actuality, I first began my blog a few months before then. However, it was something completely different: a gardening blog … Continue reading
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Do you ever feel that way? Wiped clean. Buzzed dry. Rolled flat. Yea, that’s me today. And I’m not afraid to say it. I’m a writer, who for once, is sick of writing. Gasp! I know, right? But here’s the … Continue reading
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I learned to hate not a particular person, but an idea. A way of thinking. Sept. 11, 2001 is the day I learned to hate organized religions—all of them. That’s because the night of Sept. 10 was the first time … Continue reading
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I’m a 29-year-old professional woman, college-educated, and I’m dying to volunteer for my neighborhood’s at-risk kids. There’s just one problem: no one wants my help. Today is one of those days I’m veering off-topic. And yes, perhaps this is a bit of … Continue reading
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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
Shari Lopatin is an award-winning Arizona writer, journalist, and media strategist who's been published regionally, and nationally. She began her career as a newspaper reporter and now writes both creatively and for the corporate world, doubling as a media strategist. She blogs every other Thursday about writing tips, funny stories, industry news, and media strategies.
