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Loyal Dog vs. Zombies

Let me preface by saying I’m not a huge Zombie fan.

Oh sure, I do love Zombieland (yes, I know it’s gory and gross, but it’s freaking funny with some awesome actors), and I’ve enjoyed the entire Dayna Lorentz series. But somehow those fantastic YA novels set in the post Zombie shopping mall world seem different to me. Then there’s Sick, by Tom Leveen, another zombie YA novel, this time set in a high school, cool, huh?  So maybe I sort of do like Zombies. Or at least the Zombie genre.

Last summer I had the pleasure of attending a fantastic writing conference. The opening address was delivered by the author who just might hold the title as King of the Zombie Writers, none other than Jonathan Maberry.  He is a phenomenal speaker, and a prolific writer. His work is on my “to read” list, but frankly I’m a little scared of his books, even the covers are terrifying.

The good news is, he is not one dimensional. His facebook feed is full of happy, uplifting messages, and I enjoy following him.

Today, especially, I was in for a treat. This morning he shared this wonderful video, and it made my day. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. With thanks to Jonathan Maberry and the talented artists who created this film. Enjoy Steadfast Stanley.


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Who Chooses Whether We Are Beautiful?

I recently found this post on Family Love Does More. The video is powerful and Angie’s post is worth a read.


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Taxes are Filed

money flyingWell that was fun.

Not really, but at least it’s over.

No refund for me this year.

Ouch.

2014 was an expensive year, with a new home and no kid write-off, but at least I live in a happy and comfortable home, and I earn enough to cover my bills and have a tiny bit left over. A tiny bit that the IRS wants, and will get, but still…

Now I’m going to dig out the gift cards from Christmas and do a little free retail therapy. Take that, IRS!