In My Office Today

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Hello, all my Blueberry Pancake Publishing friends. I thought I’d share a little fun I often share with my friends and family about my time spent writing.

Well, the life of a writer is a tad different from other jobs. First off, I have not made any money... yet. But like I said earlier, that’s ok.... I really write for myself. But also, my office moves to where ever I am. I may be at home. I may be on a college campus. I may be on a vacation with my husband or family. I write when my heart and my head match up with something bursting out of me. I usually must have had experienced something or maybe it’s a smell that triggers a memory for me or a feeling for me that I feel the need to write down. But whatever the reason, there’s usually a reason behind the stories.


Many who know me, know that I am a lover of dogs. I mean, dogs are just good people. And truly, I don’t hang out with anyone who isn’t good people. Life is supposed to be wonderful and full of joy. I decided a long time ago, I don’t enjoy drama or people who are mean spirited. Anyway, dogs usually are full of joy and oh so happy to be with you or see you. Treat them kindly and they treat you the same in return.


So, in my office while I’m writing I usually have between 2-8 dogs at my feet...2 are mine. The others belong to others in my family.







 We are a dog loving family. My friends that come over know that there will be dog hair on my floors and slobber on my clothes. Yes, I clean but there’s no stopping it. Ha-ha and I wouldn’t have it any other way. So... for today.... here are a few shots of who’s been hanging out with this writer. It’s a ruff life....

In My Office Today


Pups are my Peeps

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