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October 22, 2020
Mask Washing Day and Voting Day
Recently, while washing some of my face masks that I now wear when I leave home because of the Covid-19 panic, I watched "The Way I See It." It showcases the work and wisdom of a presidential photographer named Pete Souza. When I was growing up, we children wore masks for fun like, "Trick or Treat" and costume parties. We didn't wear them to protect ourselves and others. Before, 220,000 people (and counting) would not have died in this pandemic. Remember compassion and care for your fellow humans. Please vote.
January 2, 2015
Happy New Year 2015!Just reminder to nikolisthoughts.blog...
Happy New Year 2015!
Just reminder to nikolisthoughts.blogspot.com followers that my new blog SisterSylvia.blogspot.com is up and running. Please join/follow me there, since that's where most of my 2015 posts will be. (I needed to consolidate my writing under my name.)
Hope to see you there. I will miss you if I don't see your icon/pictures on my blog's home page!
Sincerely,
Sylvia Brown-Roberts
Just reminder to nikolisthoughts.blogspot.com followers that my new blog SisterSylvia.blogspot.com is up and running. Please join/follow me there, since that's where most of my 2015 posts will be. (I needed to consolidate my writing under my name.)
Hope to see you there. I will miss you if I don't see your icon/pictures on my blog's home page!
Sincerely,
Sylvia Brown-Roberts
November 18, 2014
Author's Alley 2014
On November 7th and 8th, I was part of Author's Alley at the New Jersey Education Association 2014 Convention in Atlantic City, NJ. I was able to be a vendor and to discuss with many attendees the writing process from drafts to publication to marketing.
A great thing happened: several people who bought and read my first 2 novels Behind Church Doors and Beyond Church Doors stopped by to chat with me. They wanted to know what's going on with some of the characters in the novel and when the 3rd novel in the Church Doors series will be published.
That gives me even more incentive to wrap up this yet-untitled 3rd novel and get it to the publisher!
A great thing happened: several people who bought and read my first 2 novels Behind Church Doors and Beyond Church Doors stopped by to chat with me. They wanted to know what's going on with some of the characters in the novel and when the 3rd novel in the Church Doors series will be published.
That gives me even more incentive to wrap up this yet-untitled 3rd novel and get it to the publisher!
October 28, 2014
Good Lines
Whenever I hear or read a good line, something that makes me think and rethink, I jot it down or put it in my mental file. Of course, my mental file isn't as reliable as it used to be, so it's best if I write good lines in my notes. These good lines serve as springboards for me in my writing, speeches, and workshop presentations.
I found this one while cleaning off my desk. Unfortunately, I only wrote the initials of the speaker and a paraphrase of the idea. I heard it about 4 years ago. I think the speaker was making a good bye speech to his /her work team:
There are things that happen we don't like, but we have to live with it.
There are people we don't want to live without, but have to let go.
This is a good line. It probably makes you think of some event or someone.
Take care,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
I found this one while cleaning off my desk. Unfortunately, I only wrote the initials of the speaker and a paraphrase of the idea. I heard it about 4 years ago. I think the speaker was making a good bye speech to his /her work team:
There are things that happen we don't like, but we have to live with it.
There are people we don't want to live without, but have to let go.
This is a good line. It probably makes you think of some event or someone.
Take care,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
October 22, 2014
Authors and Readers Rock Weekend
https:///www.facebook.com/pages/Author-Sylvia-Brown-Roberts/173724495987225I had the joy of participating in the Reading Divas Authors and Readers Rock Weekend, October 17-18, 2014 in Bowie, MD. There were Author panels, an Author Expo, a Luncheon, and other social events. The best part for me was meeting with fellow authors and learning from them. There were so many talented authors and writing industry people in attendance, and many genres were represented. This event inspired me to push harder to finish my 3rd novel and to increase my networking with others in the writing business. This is me posing at the sign before attending the 2 Friday night panels. Great job, Reading Divas!
Take care,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
Take care,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
October 13, 2014
Flaws
A woman colleague and friend complimented me on my hairstyle.
My immediate response,"Thanks, I like it too. My hair in the top is thinner, but I really like the fullness of my hair on the sides and in the back."
She checked me,"Sylvia, never point out what you think are your (physical) flaws, because you notice them more than others do. Besides, most people don't notice them until you point them out. That's when their eyes go right to the area you mentioned."
I've been turning her remarks over in my head. I wonder if women do this more often than do men.
What do you think about pointing out your flaws?
Take care,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
My immediate response,"Thanks, I like it too. My hair in the top is thinner, but I really like the fullness of my hair on the sides and in the back."
She checked me,"Sylvia, never point out what you think are your (physical) flaws, because you notice them more than others do. Besides, most people don't notice them until you point them out. That's when their eyes go right to the area you mentioned."
I've been turning her remarks over in my head. I wonder if women do this more often than do men.
What do you think about pointing out your flaws?
Take care,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
September 29, 2014
Reading Divas Event
I am thankful and excited to be one of the authors participating in The Black Authors & Readers Rock Weekend on October 17 & 18, 2014! This will be my first time at this literary conference. I found about the Reading Divas from a lady I used to discuss books with while we worked out at the gym. Here are some views of the event brochure. Maybe you can join us in Bowie, MD. If so, please stop by my table and say, "Hello!" Sylvia @ www.sylviabrownroberts.com
September 5, 2014
Last Station
Add captionI took this picture while riding on a NJ Transit train to NYC. It was a fun shopping trip, as we parents took our daughter to buy school clothes before she returned to college. Much laughter and joy. However, something struck me about the words in red on the sign at the top of the train car as we reached our Manhattan destination: LAST STATION. At first, it reminded me of a Twilight Zone moment. Then, I thought about the Last Days, as in the Bible. If our next stop right now is our last station, will it be a good stop for us?Take care,Sylviawww.sylviabrownroberts.com
August 18, 2014
Head Math
I'm a Baby Boomer, and when I was growing up, I counted my pennies before I went to the corner store. I needed to be sure I could afford those 5 pretzel sticks at 2 cents each, or that piece of bubble gum at 1 cent each, and that licorice twirl at 1 cent each. Money was tight, so when our parents gave us a few pennies or a whole dime, it was a big deal. My friends and I learned to count our pennies carefully. We hated for the store clerk to say, "You don't have enough money for this."
I found myself counting my pennies again today because I forgot to put shopping money in my wallet before I went to the farm market. I needed kale, nectarines, apples, and bananas to make my green smoothies this week. I put each piece of fruit into my cart and was about to splurge on a basket of fresh strawberries. A small voice in my head said, "Sylvia, check how much money you have." I did. I only had 10 one-dollar bills in my wallet. So, I reverted to my growing up shopping habit. I did head math and counted my pennies to determine if I could pay for the fruit in my cart. I figured my that my bill was under 5 dollars. I could afford the strawberries. Nice!
Do you also use head math when you shop?
Smiles,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
I found myself counting my pennies again today because I forgot to put shopping money in my wallet before I went to the farm market. I needed kale, nectarines, apples, and bananas to make my green smoothies this week. I put each piece of fruit into my cart and was about to splurge on a basket of fresh strawberries. A small voice in my head said, "Sylvia, check how much money you have." I did. I only had 10 one-dollar bills in my wallet. So, I reverted to my growing up shopping habit. I did head math and counted my pennies to determine if I could pay for the fruit in my cart. I figured my that my bill was under 5 dollars. I could afford the strawberries. Nice!
Do you also use head math when you shop?
Smiles,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
August 4, 2014
Writing & Chocolate
This author is mulling over a chapter rewrite. I have to bring a character back to life, because writing her out isn't necessary to make the plot flow well. It's not that she's a pivotal character, but there's another way.
Wait a minute, is that a miniature box of chocolates on my lap top's screen, distracting me from my writing task? Are those new flavors: Red Velvet, Chocolate, Carrot Cake, and Wedding Cake? Who dares sabotage my progress for today? Excuse me, people in my story. I'll be right back after a sweet chocolate break...
Smiles,
Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
Wait a minute, is that a miniature box of chocolates on my lap top's screen, distracting me from my writing task? Are those new flavors: Red Velvet, Chocolate, Carrot Cake, and Wedding Cake? Who dares sabotage my progress for today? Excuse me, people in my story. I'll be right back after a sweet chocolate break...
Smiles,Sylvia
www.sylviabrownroberts.com
