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Change and Charge – AIF Awards Gala 2013
Shimmer of swaying saris, crisp rustle of tuxedos and Nehru Suits, Masala Mama in her navy blue business attire walked into the Central Park Ballroom at the New York Sheraton with one goal in mind: to...
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If You could “Revise” your Life, Would You?
Stephanie Morrill, Creator of GoTeenWriters, wrote a new book. Within a book. Sort of. Think Inception with a YA twist, but no one wakes up tied to a chair or sitting at a desk spinning a top. But...
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The Score Matters but…
Been holding off on writing about basketball with the hopes that my last line would be: “And the Bulls beat the Nets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs in five games!” Didn’t happen. “In Six...
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A Rose By Any Other Name…
What’s in a name? Really? Why is a person’s name so important? Shakespeare addressed this ageless question in the infamous play, Romeo and Juliet. He answered with, “A rose by any other name would...
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Chatting with YA Author Laura Smith Today!
Wanted to introduce you to another Playlist Fiction teammate of mine. The other Laura! Laura Smith is a natural-born leader. You can tell the moment you meet her that she loves...
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Chicago: Farewell and Hello…
End of the fourth quarter. Twenty-six point four seconds on the clock. Heat up by three and Bulls are about to inbound the ball. Chicago has no more time-outs. Robinson brought it up. Held my breath as...
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Landing the Plane – A 9.11 Post
Photo Credit: Chris Bopp of Bopp Shots So I have this pilot friend. Who chooses to remain anonymous. So for the sake of the story, let’s call him “Bill.” I met Bill on the flight back from Alaska, on...
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A Not so Ordinary Interview of author Melissa Tagg
You know that moment when the Hollywood hottie in the long evening gown gets to introduce the nominees of the next Grammy? Well, this is that moment, minus the long dress (wearing sweats right now) and...
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I Might Not be Miss America, But…
The Lovely Tosca Lee! Almost a week ago, I nearly chip my bubblegum pink nail polish as I fiddle with my nails on the drive to the airport. Nothing like battling NYC traffic on the LIE while running...
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R.I.P. Nelson Mandela – My Hero
I first learned about the atrocities of Apartheid when I was in sixth grade. Many moons ago. But I remember the awakening as one that cost me many nights of sleep. I struggled with how at a time in...
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A Cinderella Mother’s Day Thanks to Amazon! Part Two
Mother’s Day starts with a homemade pumpkin waffle, a little basil sausage, and some slightly crunchy eggs. The girls even whip up a cream cheese topping, but I can’t lie. I’m looking forward to the...
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