A new perk at my job is the opportunity to study languages using the online software Rosetta Stone. I figured I’d give it a try and signed up for an account. I’m not good with languages (despite a reasonable grasp of American English). I have 3/4 of a year of … Continue reading →
This week, the knee feels better than it has in over a month. Stairs aren’t my favorite thing, but I could walk up and down them today without heavily supporting myself with the handrail. Still a little clunky when I’m bending the right knee to step down, but it’s getting … Continue reading →
I want something witty and interesting for you. Really. I do. But I got nothin’. I’m still breathing (generally considered a good thing). I’m still gainfully employed. I still consider myself a writer. Hubby still likes me. My friends still like me. My stats say somebody (mostly spammers, I think) … Continue reading →
I’m gradually getting more comfortable editing Word Press theme packages. After some vitally important assistance by Heather last year with customizing the header, I’ve become quite comfortable modifying the Fading Flowers theme over the last few weeks. It’s simpler than many. With seven key files, it’s relatively easy to trace … Continue reading →
Back on August 3rd, PBW posted an E-Book Challenge. She’s going to write and give away a free e-book at her weblog this Halloween. She’s challenged other writers to do the same. I have a few possibilities to play along, but I’ve begun looking at a short story that precedes … Continue reading →
This week went a little better — stairs are getting easier, and I’m getting back to a more natural gait. I was losing the dog in the backyard, so I came home from work tonight, slipped on the knee brace, and mowed. With the brace, it went smoothly. I’ll need … Continue reading →
I think I’ve made all the adjustments I needed to make to make this template enjoyable for me. Last year, during my “template fair,” this was the template ya’ll liked best. I’ve incorporated all the suggested improvements you offered way back when. Is there anything missing? Let me know, and … Continue reading →
My primary computer at home is fixed, but I gravitated to Panera today with the laptop anyway. I wanted to do some work on Threads and Ties. I’m not writing manuscript, but I am laying out what’s happening and what I want my words to convey when I am able … Continue reading →
The upgrade went smoothly, but, operator error highlighted the value of backing up files before beginning any upgrade. I finished backup of the database and site files. Then I proceeded to begin FTPing the new files to the site, but I forgot to deactivate plugins first. I restored the old … Continue reading →
I have a power supply. I’m typing on the machine as we speak. So far, so good. I’ll let it “burn in” for 72 hours. I just hope it doesn’t “burn” in any other way. I minimized hiking around the building today, and the knee feels “ok.” It itches. I’m … Continue reading →