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Vexillology
My son's gardening assignment sits just outside the front door, ready to take to school…
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An Imperfect Drawing
When we allow the raw, unedited stuff out (instead of condemning it to death by…
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Becoming a ‘successful’ writer
How do you define success? By the amount of likes and followers, or the quiet…
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A Ballet of Water
My son danced around the supermarket, talking about the 'ballet of water' outside.
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Book Review: The Everyday Work of Art by Eric Booth
A book to awaken our artistic birthright and remind us that creativity is natural to…
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A Book for Poetry
My uncle gives me a calico-bound journal book, with handmade paper.
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Ways To Quickly Improve Your Writing
If you turn up at the page every day without fail, I guarantee ... the…
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Accessing my local library from anywhere in the world
Celebrating the fabulousness of libraries everywhere.
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The Beat of the Drums
Poetry inspired by tribal art and a phrase from 'Things Fall Apart'.
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Freelance writer: 5 essentials for living and working overseas
Working your freelance writing business while abroad sounds amazing, but in truth it can be…
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Handle With Care
Street art with an marine conservation theme in the back alleys of Iloilo City.
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Creating great marketing tools for your freelance writing business
Do you have a sales and marketing kit to send out to leads and proposals…
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Book Review: ‘Mao’s Last Dancer’ by Li Cunxin
Apart from the obvious rags-to-riches appeal of the story, the real magic of the book…
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Writers
Apply the principles of Stephen Covey's timeless classic to your writing business.
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Book Review: Faunaverse Tasmania
Faunaverse Tasmania brings to life some of the endangered species that are native to Tasmania…
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Disconnectivity
The electrical wires that connect each of our homes, offices, buildings and tribes strangely disconnect…
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Book Review: Amazing Peace by Maya Angelou
Finding a wonderful book in a little department store in rural Philippines.
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Book Review: Dead of Winter by Lee Weeks
Plot-driven thriller, promoted on kindle by Simon & Schuster.
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We’ve Moved
Tongue-in-cheek verse poem celebrating our new apartment, running water, and basic human rights.
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Book Review: A Separation by Katie Kitamura
Obscure. Well-written. Unreliable narrator.
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Cloudy
Haiku poem by a super-windy day on the rocks between Shelley Beach and Wellington Rock…
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Along the Rural Road
A long drive in the NSW New England (and a single white daisy) inspired this…
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Out Past the Breakers
A little poem inspired by a walk along the v-wall at Nambucca Heads on the…
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Another Life
Little poem inspired by cracks in the rusty bow of an old ship, along the…
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Ethics for Copywriters (Part 2 of 3) snake oil, misleading copy, and duplicate text
From the first day of your copywriting career represent yourself with integrity.
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Fashionistas
Ekphrasis poetry inspired by a set of portraits created by New England artist Richard A.…
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The Window Sill
Haiku poem celebrating the old bottles that stand on the window sill in my uncle's…
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Astern
Haiku poem inspired by the remnants of a vessel, lodged in mangrove roots and oysters.
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Drooping She-oak
Haiku poem inspired by the death of a she-oak tree, found buried in the tidal…
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Whales
Whales (out to sea) passed near the mouth of the Nambucca River this morning: bold,…
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White Water Bird
Haiku poem inspired by a pure white egret wading the waters of the Nambucca River…
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The Navigators
Watching a little group of seagulls on the afternoon sunset just before dusk; you can…
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Gum Blossoms
Haiku poem inspired by the blossoming gums that shade the pathways of the Riverways in…
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Broken Leaves
Haiku poem inspired by a walk along the riverbank at sunset and watching the lifecycle…
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Mission Beach Mornings
A stunning morning in Mission Beach, QLD inspired this little poem.
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Above the Ocean
Little poem and photo essay inspired by the palm fronds along the Kennedy Walking Track…
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Along the Kennedy Track
Haiku poem inspired by the lichen stained granite boulders along the Kennedy Track, FNQ.
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Ocean Pandanus
Did you ever yearn for the sea but find yourself (nearing the end of life)…
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Springtime in the Blue Mountains
Poetry inspired by spring flowers in the Australian Blue Mountains.
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Shadows On the Fence
Shadows on the fence in my brother's backyard inspired this haiku poem of spingtime shadows.
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The Wildflowers Are Always Out in Blackheath
If you are ever in Blackheath (NSW) look for the stunning mural by Jenny Kee…
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Wet
The last of the afternoon rain is still dripping from the plants, and weeks of…
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Freelance Writer: seven rules for working from anywhere and getting stuff done
This blog post is all about the greatest freelancing dilemma -- working from anywhere and…
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Ethics for Freelance Writers: Client Confidentiality
Building trust with your clients is actually the basis of great customer service and key…
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Rain on Leaves
Whenever we're scrambling our way around in the dark, are we looking for something familiar?…
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Review: Bob Woodward’s Masterclass (Investigative Journalism)
“If there are things that are said that are not true or things in the…
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Shadows on a Wall OR Fake News
Sometimes you have to step back and remove your sunglasses.
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The Outside Light
Little poem inspired by a concrete wall protruding from a dark city street.
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The 80/20 Rule For Freelance Writers
Working as a freelance writer is all about finding the balance between doing what you…
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Writing in Super Typhoons With Sick Kids
The realities of the freelance life when you have sick kids and supertyphoons in the…
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No Fixers Allowed
This year for World Literacy Day, Jerry and I went back and visited Estancia. We…
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Christmas is Here
Christmas starts here Septemberand flies right on past DecemberChristmas light shows in Januaryyes! It’s absolutely…
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What I learned about SEO at WordCamp Iloilo
My three key SEO takeaways from last Saturday.
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Talking About Tuberculosis (TB)
My adopted son was recently diagnosed with active tuberculosis. It was a shock for everyone.
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The 3 Essential Apps I Use Everyday While Freelance Writing
Shout-out to the writing apps I use everyday. NO affiliate links.
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Haiku for the Sun
Little poem celebrating the first real sunshine after 6 rainy weeks.
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Testing Positive for TB
When my son's new paediatrician suggested a TB test, I didn't take it that seriously.…
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The Stories We Tell Children
Telling a 10-year old not to go into a room, is a bit like putting…
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The Beginners Guide to Riding in Jeepneys
Jeepneys are the cultural icons of the Philippines. Here a quick guide to riding like…
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Book Review: The Nine Lives of Dudley Dog
What happens when a black and white dog pops out of the birthday gift box…
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Kittens, Kittens and more Kittens
Sharing some kitten love … Our beloved rescue cat Maxine had her 2nd batch…
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Palm Roots and Blooms
Poetry falls from the stem of a tropical palm, liked scattered words without sentences.
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The Garden in Wet Season
Raining for days and my son makes little rock stacks in our sodden garden.
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All Stretched Out
Poetry inspired by a beautiful mural in Iloilo City, Philippines.
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Book Review: The Moon Dragon by Moira Miller
This is a quality book that weaves an important message in character development through a…
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Over This Wall
Across the road, and over the wall, from an inner-city shopping mall.
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Book Review: Diana and Her Rhinoceros by Edward Ardizzone
Reviewing an old book I've had since before I was born. Preposterous and fun, with…
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How to Find Great Writing Clients on Upwork
Upwork hosts more than 14 million users in 180 countries with more than USD$1 Billion…
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Art in Rizal Park Manila
The art piece in Rizal Park Manila captures the moment Dr Rizal was shot by…
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5 Bestselling Authors Who Teach You How to Write
Need some writing tips? How about learning from five bestselling authors?
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