Tag: writing
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Step 3
I began offering some tips for gaining control over situations in life. Step 1 was to face life as it is, not as you wish or want it to be. See things as they are in order to begin getting control. Step 2 instructed us to get rid of all negatives. Some negatives are obvious.…
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Avoidance and Writing
I don’t know how writer’s block manifests in your world. For me, it comes to visit through avoidance. Sub-consciously I am very busy and each time I come to the task there is some other “thing” which demands my attention. Most recently, I sat to work on a script. The absolute last moment deadline is…
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Not Me – HAL 9000
AI seems to be very vogue in discussions around circles I frequent. Educators, theologians, farmers and friends are all passing on AI wisdom and warnings. So, what has Pops to say? Have you ever used spellcheck or allowed your computer to correct your grammar? Well, there you go – artificial intelligence has been part of…
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Step 2
In the paradigm of gaining control of your life so that it is not in the control of circumstance or the whims of others, adding to the ability to be unstuck and hopeful, the first step is recognizing things as they truly are. Once this has been done, we can clearly see what is adding…
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Tanglewood 3
The Man Who Talks to Trees The next notebook I opened contained a section labeled “Confession”. I wasn’t sure who to attribute it to but I think it is the journal of a Mr. Nelson. Subsequent to reading the entry, there were comments on separate documents which I think were between Karl and Dr.…
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You Want to Write?
Then write. “Writing” is a lot of things depending on the intent of the reference. However, as a verb and a lifestyle, it is a discipline. It must be practiced with intention. It must be managed and engaged. You cannot say “I write.” or “I am a writer.” and not write. You must pick up…
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What is a Tanglewood
Tanglewood is the novel that is currently in the works at Pop’s Place. Here’s a glimpse! Tanglewood I am not certain this is legal. If legal, I am still uncertain if it is a good idea. I found a file box after the fire. I read the contents and decided that the only way…
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Penguin Random House
Some people think reading books is a thing of the past. Well, let me bring you bibliophiles some good news. Random House, the publisher of my book Single Dad’s Survival Guide, just cut the ribbon on an expanded distribution center. Someone is still reading! While in Batesville, Mississippi this summer, I was speaking to the…
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Sticks and Stones
When I was a kid we would say “sticks and stones may break your bones but words will never hurt you”. I still believe in the issue of name calling, that if I want to choose not to be a victim, I must determine how I respond to being labelled. However, in recent years a…
Mike "Pops" Klumpp 