tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post1996715435579863681..comments2024-03-14T05:57:19.066-07:00Comments on Pure and Simple: Sitzfleisch and FlashDebrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comBlogger106125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-86879633703782781492020-10-03T00:22:18.874-07:002020-10-03T00:22:18.874-07:00Coronavirus school closures likely to last until s...Coronavirus school closures likely to last until summerSchools chief Colt Gill told superintendents he anticipates "the strong possibility that our students may not come back through our school house doors this academic year." How many hospital beds does each county have Portland area restaurants open for takeout or delivery Coronavirus map: Track new casesSign up for free text message updatesEs probable que escuelas en Oregn se quedan cerradas hasta el verano, estudiantes empiezan educacin en lnea en AbrilEs probable que escuelas en Oregn se quedan cerradas hasta el verano, estudiantes empiezan educacin en lnea en Abril16m agoEder CampuzanoThe Oregonian/OregonLiveWearing masks in public could be next big step in fight against coronavirusWearing masks in public could be next big step in fight against coronavirus57m agoJoe FreemanThe Oregonian/OregonLiveWearing masks in public could be next big step in fight against coronavirusWearing masks in public could be next big step in fight against coronavirusThe CDC and White House coronavirus task force are considering recommending broader, community wide use of masks to deter the spread of COVID 19.57m agoByJoe FreemanThe Oregonian/OregonLiveMt. <br><br>Suh denied he made the comment during the team joint practices last summer.Suh is under contract with the Dolphins, and hewon <b><i><a href="https://www.airforcecheapoutlet.com" rel="nofollow">Cheap Nike Air Force 1</a></i></b> play for <b><i><a href="https://www.airforceoutletstore.com" rel="nofollow">Air Force 1 In Store</a></i></b> free. 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I need more stretching! Have a great weekend!Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-6566991212434072742012-06-08T14:57:27.779-07:002012-06-08T14:57:27.779-07:00I have a several blogs, and if I think I am going ...I have a several blogs, and if I think I am going to have trouble writing, I pick one of those and start hammering away at something... When the blog is done, I usually can pick up other writing more easily... It's like stretching before starting to run, for me... Now if I would just actually run, too...Michael J. Fitzgeraldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09840859418177870381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-25753890056323432752012-06-05T14:42:43.762-07:002012-06-05T14:42:43.762-07:00There you go. Just do it! Does it matter which com...There you go. Just do it! Does it matter which comes first, the chicken or the egg? ;-)Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-20840548481098494922012-06-05T06:52:01.178-07:002012-06-05T06:52:01.178-07:00Great post! I usually sit down and just write anyw...Great post! I usually sit down and just write anyway. It's funny but I always seem to have the last sentence or two in my head and then I have to fill in the "prolog" so to speak! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-89290458681633828342012-06-03T21:43:13.014-07:002012-06-03T21:43:13.014-07:00Thank you Ramona! I enjoy perusing your magical pl...Thank you Ramona! I enjoy perusing your magical place, so full of inspiration and encouragement and friendship. xoxDebrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-23379915905918231572012-06-03T20:25:55.925-07:002012-06-03T20:25:55.925-07:00I loved this article Debra! Congratulations - you ...I loved this article Debra! Congratulations - you are one of my features this week at Inspire Me Monday at Create With Joy!<br /><br />Create With Joy<br />http://create-with-joy.comCreate With Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954209323850040276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-51669877213102581432012-05-31T21:25:25.126-07:002012-05-31T21:25:25.126-07:00Jerly, I think it’s better to let the thoughts inc...Jerly, I think it’s better to let the thoughts incubate in your mind for awhile; let them process a bit before posting. The writing is better and more thought-provoking than shallow trivia some present. I’ll have to swing by and check out your 100th! Hats off!Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-24598547867812098502012-05-31T21:19:08.529-07:002012-05-31T21:19:08.529-07:00Bella, I’m not even going to pretend to keep up wi...Bella, I’m not even going to pretend to keep up with all the many posts. I have a few blog friends that I will continue to follow and read, but I can’t begin to keep up with the ones who post more than twice a week. How time consuming would THAT be! But I do enjoy checking in on your adventures because you aren’t one who HAS to say something. You actually have something to say! Big difference!Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-80430099018938566592012-05-31T18:16:50.021-07:002012-05-31T18:16:50.021-07:00Its usually what I read, which leads me to think. ...Its usually what I read, which leads me to think. Many of my posts start of as I read in the paper.. that set me thinking..Ha Ha..like the second last one on marriage. Then there are topics that stay in my head and then they are analysed processed for days months or even years, and then finally I know I am ready to spill it. My latest I hadnt noticed happened to be my 100th post quite coincidentally speaks about 100!Jerlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13897355836151249751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-8302490255841211062012-05-31T13:42:27.900-07:002012-05-31T13:42:27.900-07:00My lady, I concur exactly. In addition to posts be...My lady, I concur exactly. In addition to posts being "watered down," I find that readers can also tire of trying to keep up with an excessive amount of posts. As a result, you're left with watered down posts and little readers. Totally counterproductive if you ask me. I say, give me quality and not quantity. And give it to me, only when you truly feel inspired. It makes for a more satisfying read, don't you think? hee hee! Roxy did indeed receive your birthday message and sends you a big "bear" hug and many kisses! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-22599977999235164672012-05-31T10:24:05.508-07:002012-05-31T10:24:05.508-07:00Bella, you have no idea how much your words hit th...Bella, you have no idea how much your words hit the spot today. Especially these: “I know many bloggers feel they have to publish a certain amount of posts a week but I think that if your writing is good, your readers will always come back, no matter how often you post or not.” Thank you! <br />Just between you and me, I believe that less is more sometimes. Because haven’t you read a few blogs that seem hard up for substance or color or meaning, or whatever it is that makes the writing worth reading? Those watered down posts just don’t hit the spot and feel like a waste of time more often than not. No, you just have to follow your own instincts and write, not according to what the herd recommends for success, but what suits you (and me). <br />Did you give Roxy my birthday message?Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-86196941041040328932012-05-31T10:04:53.748-07:002012-05-31T10:04:53.748-07:00Scarlet, I visited the Muse Café today and it appe...Scarlet, I visited the Muse Café today and it appeared that the shop is closed? I mean, the place is there, and I joined the tribe, but I need some coffee! Go on and open shop again soon ;-) I’m there.Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-54222531078688652872012-05-31T09:08:01.100-07:002012-05-31T09:08:01.100-07:00Debra, I do not sit down to write when I'm not...Debra, I do not sit down to write when I'm not inspired. I don't believe in writing a certain number of words a day or demanding my muse make an appearance if she's not into it. I do believe in trying to create the mood to write. Long walks with Roxy in the forest almost always guarantee that I will be inspired in some way. People watching, relaxing and thinking of childhood memories, conversations with my family, all of these serve to inspire me. I like your aids. Coffee and tea with honey are my poison of choice and they also serve to put me in high spirits. Ultimately, I think it's about the attitude we have towards writing. Do we do it because we want to or because we feel we have to? I don't want to think I "have" to do anything. This quickly turns something I love into a chore and takes the fun out of it. I know many bloggers feel they have to publish a certain amount of posts a week but I think that if your writing is good, your readers will always come back, no matter how often you post or not. I'm glad to see you're writing again, lady. I've missed you! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-75531865367221298592012-05-31T05:47:30.644-07:002012-05-31T05:47:30.644-07:00Beautiful and inspirational...your words and quote...Beautiful and inspirational...your words and quotes. I will remember that German word and note that the muse does not always have to be present to begin. Thanks for sharing. You have a beautiful blog.Ileanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11200869126695231050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-54742192652894913522012-05-30T13:16:35.202-07:002012-05-30T13:16:35.202-07:00La Dolce Vita, you are doing just that. Don't ...La Dolce Vita, you are doing just that. Don't you love being self-taught? Going at your own pace, being free to experiment? <br /><br />I made a bee-line for your magical place and found all kinds of treasures: mangoes, strawberries,ruby slippers...Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-53482091400319683932012-05-30T12:48:56.125-07:002012-05-30T12:48:56.125-07:00Debra, first of all, I want to say that your blog ...Debra, first of all, I want to say that your blog is very inspiring,intelligent,soulfoul as well as thought provoking !<br />This post particularly helped me a lot to understand why people have a writer's block sometimes and how to get out of it. True, rather than waiting for "the muse" or for "the inspiration" to arrive before us, it is better to start writing/painting anyway. <br />Writing/painting daily , writing randomly, etc.etc. are great tips to become a better writer/artist !<br />I am a self taught photographer, writer and artist and a full time homemaker . You may visit my blog if you are interested.<br />With lots of love,<br />Sanghamitra<br />{from India }Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17363854783134050594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-4534466369318767762012-05-30T11:39:35.841-07:002012-05-30T11:39:35.841-07:00I’m now on your introvert list!
Do stop by and a...I’m now on your introvert list! <br />Do stop by and answer the question,<br />What has the experience of living out your purpose been like? <br />http://www.unstuckandunstoppable.com/2012/05/living-out-her-purpose-debra-elramey.htmlDebrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-28834346753275525402012-05-30T11:14:40.222-07:002012-05-30T11:14:40.222-07:00So glad I found your blog and this post!!!! I am d...So glad I found your blog and this post!!!! I am definitely in the aspiring writer category... And not a very good one, but I love the word and what it entails.Introverted Arthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00039583784959811799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-17063774220081395522012-05-29T20:24:38.961-07:002012-05-29T20:24:38.961-07:00*Houston**Houston*Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-10870217295410511632012-05-29T19:26:20.904-07:002012-05-29T19:26:20.904-07:00Look whose talking! You creative soul, you.
Hendr...Look whose talking! You creative soul, you. <br />Hendrix was one of a kind, you know. Check out those lyrics sometimes. I just hate to hear about people like him and Whitney Houstin and the other artists who left here before their time. Or did they leave before their time?Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-27048604196485257372012-05-29T18:25:57.155-07:002012-05-29T18:25:57.155-07:00There's an art to blogging and you definitely ...There's an art to blogging and you definitely have it, among your many writing talents! I really admire how you inspire people to think and share, and to explore. I going to bone up on my Hendrix! xoxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-28799125381687248252012-05-29T18:01:01.899-07:002012-05-29T18:01:01.899-07:00No matter how you roll the dice, SOMETHING will ta...No matter how you roll the dice, SOMETHING will take shape if you keep up the practice. I don’t do as much free writing as I once did because of blogging. I figure that responding to comments is good enough practice ;-) And you have the springboard from which to start something brand new. Love hearing others’ thoughts and stories. Your post on LaBelle prompted my own record memories. But thanks for correcting me on “Ring my Bell!” Hello! I’m never make that mistake again ;-)Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-42436131619739381182012-05-29T16:48:46.847-07:002012-05-29T16:48:46.847-07:00Great post, Debra. I've written about it sever...Great post, Debra. I've written about it several times, and I totally believe that "inspiration" is overrated and inefficient. I mostly have a subject in mind when I sit down to write but even if I don't, I start out by just free-writing whatever's on my mind without censorship, then the shape and structure of a formal piece "plops" out, as another commenter put it. It's a great feeling (and I'll leave it at that! ;p)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6392676309476353391.post-41672768292321327572012-05-29T11:27:45.450-07:002012-05-29T11:27:45.450-07:00Good quote from John Wooden.
“Just do it and let...Good quote from John Wooden. <br /> “Just do it and let the inspiration catch YOU instead of chasing after it… Grabbing the net and capturing the butterfly instead of waiting for it to light on your finger.” Perfect poetic imagery. I’m stealing this, but I’ll credit you still ;-) Your writing has always been flavorful. Even from the get-go.Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.com