A colleage at the day job asked me yesterday why we use the term “start from scratch”. I didn’t know, so I threw out some offhand suggestions. But it lingered with me, so today I did a web search. Below is from Phrases.org.uk: Start From Scratch Meaning Begin (again) from the beginning, embark on something without any preparation or advantage. Origin ‘Start from scratch’ is an expression which has altered […]
Wisdom is where you seek it… …but you won’t find it here tonight. The week did me in. Hopefully a good night’s sleep will improve things immeasurably. Happy writing.
A few days ago, I mentioned I have been wanting an iPad, particularly the iPad 2. Well, no more. I have been wanting something small and lightweight that I could bring to work or anywhere else to primarily write, read electronic books, and other things. There is an app for the iPhone and iPad that allows you to write in it, then sync it with Scrivener, my writing software, but […]
Today, Apple released information on the new version of IPad. I have to admit, I’m very intrigued. I just might have to assert my consumerism and get one. One of the things I’m intrigued with is, the software program I’m using integrates with a software app on IPhone and IPad. The IPhone keys are too small, but the IPad might just be the ticket to capture writing ideas and import […]
You know the crazy busy I was talking about yesterday? There was more of the same today. Worked all day, twisted something in my good knee, did the evening commute, whipped through the grocery store to pick up a few things (okay, so I hobbled), rushed home to cook dinner, and then watched a little TV with the husband until it was time to climb the stairs to write and […]
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