Monthly Archives: January 2010

Improvements in the Bookshelf and Wallet Departments

30 January 2010 A few days ago, I solved the problem of our eye-sore bookshelf. You see, we bought the bookshelves you see pictured here nearly two years ago. I boldly declared that I would ensure all our books would … Continue reading

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House Cat

27 January 2010 Between yesterday and today, I’ve been checking out houses for sale. My wife finds houses that look decent, and then sends me the links, and I tell her what I think of them. We’re gonna try to … Continue reading

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Bad Timing / Good Timing

25 January 2010 A few days ago, an agent wrote to me saying that she had read my entire manuscript (she had previously requested I send her the whole thing). She had some very nice things to say about the … Continue reading

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Food and Football

22 January 2010 This evening, we ate at Panera. I had a gift card, so it was a rather inexpensive meal. I learned that Panera isn’t such a great place for vegetarians; nearly every soup, salad and sandwich has some … Continue reading

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Agent ‘Deals’ and IKEA Meals

20 January 2010 Today I declined an offer from an agent. A few agents have been responding to me lately. Two of them said no. Another said something like, “There’s no way I would represent something like that.” Another agent … Continue reading

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