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A first writing #WeekendCoffeeShare in New Jersey

Posted on June 3, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

If we were having coffee… Hey, I’m glad you could meet me here. It’s my first time at the Chatham Starbucks. What do you think? It’s super crazy busy, and I guess it’s like this every weekend. It’s one of … Continue reading →

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On writing, not writing and buying a house

Posted on June 2, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

“Either write something worth reading or do something worth writing.”~Benjamin Franklin, American inventor My life has been unsettled chaos: we bought a house! All I will say here about the experience is thank goodness New Jersey requires lawyers to negotiate … Continue reading →

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Celebrating 3 must-read writing bloggers

Posted on April 11, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

“You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.”~Abraham Lincoln, American president Today, l celebrate bloggers. We’re all in this together, whatever our reasons for writing, whatever our topics or motivation. Supporting each other is what we should … Continue reading →

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A #WeekendCoffeeShare returning from Miami

Posted on April 9, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

If we were having coffee… Hi there. Grab a seat. The couches in our hotel room are surprisingly comfy. I’m going to brew a cup of Starbucks Veranda in the Keurig. What would you like? I can microwave water for … Continue reading →

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Boldly stating my #ROW80 goals, Round 2

Posted on April 7, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

“Whoever fights monsters should see to it that, in the process, he does not become a monster.”~Friedrich Nietzsche, German philosopher Welcome to Round 2 of A Round of Words in 80 Days, running April 2 – June 22, 2017. This … Continue reading →

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A writing #WeekendCoffeeShare

Posted on April 1, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

If we were having coffee… Hey, I’m glad you could make it to Starbucks. Hope the traffic on Rt. 22 wasn’t bad. Sit down, let’s chat. I’m not sure if my Frappuccino is a Celebratory Frappuccino or not. We just … Continue reading →

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The Friendship Edition of #WeekendCoffeeShare

Posted on March 19, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

If we were having coffee… Thanks for meeting me here. SmartWorld Coffee is the first coffeeshop I discovered here in New Jersey. It’s my default location because it’s close to temporary housing and it’s the warmest coffee shop I’ve ever … Continue reading →

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Perceptions and misconceptions of New Jersey

Posted on March 3, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

“At the end of the day, life is about being happy being who you are.”~Kim Kardashian, American celebrity I’m in New Jersey now, and I’m surprisingly happy. I lived in NJ for almost 10 years before getting married and moving … Continue reading →

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Reflections on #ROW80 goals, buying house and coffee

Posted on March 1, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

“Sometimes just when I say hello the right way, I’m like, ‘Whoa, I’m so cool.’”~Robert Pattinson, English actor It’s been five months since I completed a Photo365 spread, but it feels like forever. The first is the date I would … Continue reading →

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My Farewell #WeekendCoffeeShare from Michigan

Posted on February 19, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

If we were having coffee… Hey, I’m glad you could join me and my husband at Starbucks. This is one of my last times writing here. Actually, I’m coming tomorrow, Monday, for my last Swarm check in streak. I know, … Continue reading →

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Writerly goodbyes are on the horizon

Posted on February 7, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

“Saying goodbye doesn’t mean anything; it’s the time we spent together that matters, not how we left it.”~Trey Parker, American artist My phone is filling up with Goodbye Selfies. I met my writerly friend, Erin, today for a writing adventure. … Continue reading →

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The #ROW80 Website back!! and my ROUND 1 goals

Posted on January 25, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

“Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present.”~Jim Rohn, American businessman Finally, someone has released their vice grip hold on the merits of Facebook! I’m excited to share that the Round … Continue reading →

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Returning to #WeekendCoffeeShare and writing goals.

Posted on January 7, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

If we were having coffee… It’s good to be back and see you again. Enjoying the Clover coffee? I totally love supporting local coffee shops, but sometimes I like the consistency of big box stores. The Reserve coffee makes this … Continue reading →

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Why you should not make New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 3, 2017 by DWHirschAuthor

“It is important to stay positive because beauty comes from the inside out.”~Jenn Proske, Canadian actress Why wait for a new year to make a new you? ‘Tis the season for reflection and afterthought and future goals. John McCarthy over … Continue reading →

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Wrapping up #ROW80 Round 4 and my afterthought

Posted on December 27, 2016 by DWHirschAuthor

“We must let go of the life we have planned so as to accept the one that is waiting for us.”~Joseph Campbell, American author Spoiler alert: I only accomplished one of my five ROW80 goals in Round 4. I despise … Continue reading →

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Free yourself from email clutter

Posted on December 23, 2016 by DWHirschAuthor

“If stupidity got us into this mess, then why can’t it get us out?”~Will Rogers, American actor This week I have been doing something bold and freeing: unsubscribing from emails. I apologize if yours was one of them. It’s nothing … Continue reading →

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Feeling nostalgic about writing and missing crayons

Posted on December 5, 2016 by DWHirschAuthor

“If you carry your childhood with you, you never become older.”~Tom Stoppard, English writer I’ve been feeling nostalgic lately. Maybe it’s the packing and seeing my previous life end up in boxes. Touching these things that are or were precious … Continue reading →

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A #WeekendCoffeeShare where I remember buying books

Posted on November 19, 2016 by DWHirschAuthor

If we were having coffee…. It’s been a long week. Thanks for joining me here at home. What flavor K-Cup coffee would you like? I hope you can squeeze in here at the table. I know, the living room is … Continue reading →

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A fabulous #WeekendCoffeeShare with friends, football and Frappes

Posted on October 23, 2016 by DWHirschAuthor

If we were having coffee…. Thanks for coming over to my house today. I hope Keurig coffee is okay today. Excuse the mess on the table, but I hosted my annual Halloween Crop at Casa de la Hirsch last night, … Continue reading →

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Defending my #ROW80 progress, or lack thereof

Posted on October 17, 2016 by DWHirschAuthor

“Without a struggle, there can be no progress.”~Frederick Douglass, American author I must be super-progressing because I am super-struggling. I had no idea how much time it takes to pack up a 10-year-worth-of-stuff house. My scrapbook room: yowch! My writing … Continue reading →

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