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Polishing Stones

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Joe Clark

I have a friend who is an expert at polishing rocks, pebbles, and stones. People from all walks of life bring him their found nuggets. The stone-polisher takes them and decides if they are worthy. If they are, he will … Continue reading →

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How to Blog

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Joe Clark

Many have asked where I find the time to blog daily. My secret is my telephone and all those small groupings of minutes which we commonly waste because they are too short a time with which to do anything productive. … Continue reading →

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Discipline

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Joe Clark

Life is all about discipline. Everything you do in your entire life requires discipline and you can only be successful if you have discipline. Especially when it comes to writing.  Last month, I read the blog of a young writer … Continue reading →

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The Maytag Repairman Isn’t Alone

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Joe Clark

Working as a writer is greatly different from working any other kind of job.  For one, you must be ready for a life filled with solitude.  Writing is one of those things you do best alone.  You must also possess … Continue reading →

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