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May 5, 2021
♫ Last Train To Clarksville ♫
I had no idea this was an anti-war song. I like it even better now! ~Sherrie
I have been grumpy, depressed, and out of sorts for days now, so for tonight’s music selection I went looking for something fun … no other criteria … no need for a song of social conscience, a song about love or lost love … just something to make the toes tap and lift the spirits, if only for 2 minutes and 45 seconds. This one, an oldie from my youth, came to mind and I settled on it, thinking of it as ...
May 4, 2021
Quotations from F. D. R.
Never give up!
Sherrie Miranda’s “Crimes & Impunity in New Orleans” follows the dramatic story of naive, sheltered Shelly going to “The Big Easy” to prepare for El Salvador, but has no idea she will encounter sexism and witness racism as well as illegal activities by government agents.
https://www.amzn.com/dp/B08KMHNNDK
Author, Sherrie Miranda’s husband made the trailer for “Crimes & Impunity in New Orleans.” He wrote the music too.
https://youtu.be/7_NL-V9KEi4
Review: Shelly’s journey in “the c...
April 30, 2021
A Major Key to Being Healthy & Happy Is to Follow Your Dreams!
I wrote this 6 years ago. A lot has happened since then!
For one, we learned that health has more to do with avoiding processed carbs than avoiding fat. Your brain needs “good fat.” And what’s good for the brain is good for the body.
We mostly do the Paleo Diet & Keto to a lesser degree (I have high cholesterol & refuse to take statins.)
I also recently published my 2nd novel which is the prequel to SLIES. So if you haven’t read my debut novel, read #CIINO first. (Everything you need to know is...
April 29, 2021
3 Tips For Being an Effective Writer
If you really want to be a writer, you will take this advice to heart.
by R.J.Harrigan
Being a writer is one of the hardest but most rewarding passions to pursue. Unless you’re thinking monetary rewards in which case, be a doctor or something. I kid…not really.
How to be a writer is another challenge. Here are 3 simple tips to follow so you can call yourself a writer too!
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April 25, 2021
American Winter – what poverty looks like (a reprise from 2013)
It is time we #EndHomelessness for good! #BringBackPublicHousing!
It is a damn shame that this so-called richest country in the world has allowed things to get so bad for so many!
Father Joe of #StVincentdePaulHomelessShelter says most Americans are 6 weeks away from homelessness. In other words, if you lost your job today, you could be homeless in 6 weeks.
Do something before it happens to you!
The following post was written eight years ago, but unfortunately still applies ...
A Good Cop’s Perspective
This must be read by all! ~ Sherrie
Last night, I came across an Opinion piece in The Washington Post, written by a police officer that really impressed me. Halfway through reading the article, I was saying, “Oh yeah … this guy really gets it!” The officer is Patrick Skinner, working on the police force in his hometown of Savannah, Georgia. Officer Skinner is a former CIA operations officer and served in the United States Coast Guard as well as the U.S. Capitol Police, so ...
21 Inspirational Quotes for Writers
Rudyard Kipling is correct. If only history were filled with stories, we would never forget it! ~ Sherrie
Sherrie Miranda’s “Crimes & Impunity in New Orleans” follows the dramatic story of naive, sheltered Shelly going to “The Big Easy” to prepare for El Salvador, but has no idea she will encounter sexism and witness racism as well as illegal activities by government agents.
https://www.amzn.com/dp/B08KMHNNDK
Author, Sherrie Miranda’s husband made the trailer for “Crimes & Impunity in New Orlean...
April 24, 2021
Writers: Why You Need to Learn How to Give a Good Critique
These are three GREAT reasons to improve your critiquing abilities!
by Mary Kate Pagano
I’ve written before about where to find critique partners but I wanted to touch on something just as important…
… namely why you should be a good critique partner yourself.
A good critique partner is an incredible asset. And I don’t believe they’re made overnight. Learning how to give useful, good critique is a skill that you develop over time. And it’s an important one, as a writer.
W...
April 23, 2021
Happy Birthday to William Shakespeare!
Happy birthday dear William! HaPpY BiRtHdAy to you!
charles french words reading and writing
In honor of his birthday, I am reposting this piece from a few years ago.
Yesterday, at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA, The English Department Creative Writing Program along with The Friends of the Lehigh Univeristy Libraries sponsored an event called Sonnet Slam! This event featured readings of poetry, a celebration of the student...
April 22, 2021
5 Great Creative Writing Tips (Which I Never Follow)
I actually TRY to do all these things. When I’m really in the flow of the story, I do write everyday. When starting a new one, not so much.
Wishing great 1st drafting to all!
Sherrie Miranda’s “Crimes & Impunity in New Orleans” follows the dramatic story of naive, sheltered Shelly going to “The Big Easy” to prepare for El Salvador, but has no idea she will encounter sexism and witness racism as well as illegal activities by government agents.
https://www.amzn.com/dp/B08KMHNNDK
Author, Sherrie Mi...
