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I live on the rocky coast of Maine, with my husband and our cat. All the children have flown the coop, all but one, she has one foot in the door, one at college and one in Paris.

I have been writing since I was 9. Writing actually saved my life.....but that's

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Business > Human Resources Tips for encouraging effective communication: 1 of 22
As a leader when you think of effective communication think of the telephone lines we made as kids that consisted of two tin cans and a piece of string. You could yell and yell, but until that line was pulled taut, words could not flow in both directions. The moment you heard a reply, it was like magic. Proper and effective c... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Marriage: 43 of 109
UnionPulled by a force from beyond this realmTwo souls stand side by sideTo face the world in unityWith each other as a guideNot a face, nor a hand, or body partCan change the bond they seeFrom the light of a common purposeWhere love can safely beSo raise your glass and cheer, my friendsFor new lives have just begunWith the p... More..
Jobs & Careers > Occupations (Other) Identifying today's high-demand jobs: 6 of 14
Timber! Now That's Demanding!The first time I ever saw a feller buncher was when I was traveling down the Maine Turnpike during the widening. I didn't know what it was called, but I just couldn't take my eyes off it. Its that same feeling you get when you are driving by an airport as a plane is about to land, you just can't t... More..
Business > Sales Sales tips: How to build your confidence: 7 of 15
Back in 2003, I was asked to present at the Herff Jones International Sales Conference. I was honored, but surprised. I hadn't been with the company long, and wondered what value I could bring to my fellow sales associates from around the country and beyond. When I asked my district manager, he said, "you're in Maine, and you... More..
Business > Entrepreneurial Spirit Finding a purpose in your business: 1 of 1
We Don't Cut Wood For A Living!That sounds crazy....but it's true, we don't cut wood for a living. If you were to bump into a logger at a sports event and ask him (or her) what they did 99.9% of the time the answer would be "I cut wood for a living".The truth of the matter is that wood is just a byproduct of the things that w... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Growing old: 107 of 190
TreasuresThe fog struggles to release its morning grip on the shore.Seagulls zip overhead, screeching for the sun.A child at the edge of the sea bends,Her long blond hair slides off her back,As she pokes in tidal pool after tidal pool,running, treasures to be found, fun to be had.To the left, a Chevy slowly slips into a parki... More..
Jobs & Careers > Trade & Manufacturing Jobs Women working in construction trades: 7 of 12
It's True! Cats Don't Like Water!It's not easy to run in logging boots, and I was gasping for air as I ran down the main trail. When I hit the crest of the hill that led down to the stream, I saw something that sucked the remaining breath right out of my lungs. There stood three loggers in the fading evening sun, helplessly s... More..
Business > Human Resources How to communicate change management: 3 of 5
"I Never Knew There Was a Different Way"People view change as if the grim reaper were knocking on the door. They dig their heels in, grab on to nearest thing in sight and try to kick change right in the face. Just like when your time is up, no matter how much you kick, cling and fight, change will happen whether you go with i... More..
Business > Human Resources How to be a great leader: 2 of 3
Don't Hide Under The CoversI have seen the inside of many businesses and organizations, and I love to use the analogy that every business is like a family.they all have issues. One of the secrets to building a great team is making the conscious choice to tackle those issues. Some managers will just keep their heads under the ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Lost souls: 91 of 120
Bright Eyes ForeverMy heart shivers at the thought of heroin in your veinsTo me, you are my babyBright eyesfull of promise.Where is that happy little boy in the plaid shirt?Spinning, singing, not a careBright eyesfull of dreamsMy pulse mounts, I speed to the hospitalFearing the worstTeary eyesfull of regretsThe doctor is call... More..