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About me - Mary Murck

I write about all kinds of things. I have been writing all my life, and I'm currently writing in a writers'
group that meets weekly. It is challenging and fun!

In the past I have published professional articles, guides, and a book, associated with work. Now

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Who I am: 24 of 364
I come from immigrants and innocents, Europeans and natives, and from poor, Hardworking people who cared, and Who believed in helping those with less. I come from union activists and alcoholics and From misery and hope, and longing and love. From those who believed in freedom and in all the Opportunities we have been offered... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Irony: 5 of 49
She looked up at the mirror on the wall a red-framed, folk art wood decorative mirror and wondered about it. Who made that mirror. Why a mirror? Lost in thoughts about looking-glasses, and reflections, she was still wondering when she heard his voice in the other room. "Damn," She thought, "Why does my heart stop when Tony c... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: My greatest accomplishments: 30 of 162
I am really proud of some of the accomplishments in my life. I have felt blessed and very lucky to have the opportunities I've had. But as I think about this topic, I realize that I have lived my life on my own terms, earned what I have by myself, worked hard, and that I have not compromised my values. For those things, I am... More..
Food & Drink > Restaurant Reviews The difference between a good restaurant and a bad one: 3 of 16
A good restaurant is one that makes the dining event an experience that is pleasurable. This can happen at a family restaurant or even a chain. It is expected at a fine dining restaurant. As we eat more and more of our meals out of the home, the convenience of eating out is key. We eat out because we want someone else to do ... More..
Business > Human Resources Turning around negative employees: 3 of 12
A negative employee can become a real liability in a workplace. Negative attitudes can be contagious, and can at the very least be a drain on morale. A positive atmosphere focusing on teamwork and good communication makes for a healthy workplace. One person can pull that healthy workplace into what is currently referred to a... More..
Creative Writing > Satire Satire: Life: 15 of 57
Mondays, how I love them! As far as I'm concerned they are the best day of the week. The other days pale in comparison. A whole new work week begins. My unstructured time is over and I have something to live for again. Like so many others, I thrive on working for others, giving of my days for the pay received I can live on, ... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues Knowing when it's best to leave words unsaid: 10 of 36
I like to talk. I'm known among friends as a good communicator. But I think of all the things I've learned in adulthood (and I'm in my 50s), one important lesson is that I don't always have to be the one talking. I married a quiet man. His silence seemed to invoke even more talk from me. After a few gatherings with friends, ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Spring: 58 of 200
We wait, eyes tired of white, for sight of the earth. Winter is long and cold in this northern city But that makes spring all the sweeter When the snow melts into pools so fresh and pretty. Suddenly, patches of fragile, green grass Sprouts up among crocus - bright early flowers - To give us our first sight of colors and to f... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: My dog(s): 14 of 46
About six and a half years ago, we brought home a sweet little puppy we named Jack. He was a black, white and copper colored bundle of energy and cuteness, with a bit of the devil thrown in. I first noticed his little stubby tail wagging in happiness when we played with him. The little stub was really a vibrating barometer o... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Mourning: 51 of 164
It is so human to feel such loss Of important people and things gone The pain and sense of longing is real Especially in death, we lose a bond The stages and levels of mourning vary From immediate raw, hurt from the core To the slow dull ache of loneliness For the person or for the time before Brace yourself, the bumpy ride ... More..