Once Upon A Zelle

Writing, Editing, Proofing, Oh My. Sometimes writing is like walking the yellow, brick, road with Dorothy and Toto. “Writing, Editing, Proofing, Oh My.” This month is National Novel Writing Month. Known to writers as NaNoWriMo. The goal is to get a novel written in thirty days. You heard that right, thirty days. I have a hard time deciding on a purse to purchase within thirty days, and you expect me to write a novel? Several well known authors benefited from NaNoWriMo….

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Sleep Deprivation Is No Joke- Overtime started at my day job, so did sleep deprivation… For the first time EVER, I decided it would be a great idea to do it. Right there, I should have known I wasn’t in my right mind. But the thought of $$$, and an upcoming writer’s retreat in January convinced me otherwise. This is me after day seven. Coffee became my best friend. I considered dipping into savings for the writer’s retreat by day ten. As…

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CERAMIC PIGGY BANK Did you own a quirky, old fashion, Ceramic Piggy Bank? I had one as a child. Pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters dropped in the thin slot on the piggy’s back. Did I break that piggy bank when it was full? No way! I emptied it, spent the money on bubble gum, books, and started over. Not all piggy banks had the opening at the bottom, and many had to be broken to get the money out. I matured…

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Maggie Belle’s Monthly Market is the place to be if you enjoy shopping! On the south-side of Tallahassee, Florida, you’ll find this gem of an antique store. Maggie Belle’s is packed with all sorts of eclectic finds. Name something that is vintage and it’s a pretty sure thing you’ll find it here. Maggie’s is an old house that is nestled under majestic live oaks. I’m not sure exactly how old, but I’m pretty sure it’s been there around 100 years or so. Vintage…

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