"Julie, this is so funny. I came to our office (note; "our") took a seat in "our" chair and said outloud how much I loved this space. Trouble is, it is "our". I don't have a "my"…"
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"http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com/ Just posted about my love for my local bookstore! Do you have a favorite book spot?"
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"Justed posted some funny stuff on my blog about what else? Getting older, having fun! http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
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"Just blogged, "The Three Stooges and Bad Veins" at http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
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"Just blogged "The Three Stooges and Bad Veins! " at http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
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"I am back after a long break! Read about my Honorable Mention http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com Good to be back!"
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"blogging about children, inspiration and being grateful. http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
Adrian Ruiz commented on the blog post 'Three Wishes for My Writing In The Coming Year: Will You Tell Me Yours?'
"What inspiration to have come so far and through so much. My inspiration to write has been my family, parenting and my work as a police officer. My three wishes would be:
1- This time next year, have at least a third draft of my creative…"
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"Some funny writer's humor about being distracted. http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
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"Blogging about mid life journey! http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com Join in!"
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"Just blogged about "mid-life" and my journey. http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
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"blogging about summer in Arizona. http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
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"Blogging about Summer in Arizona! http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
Adrian Ruiz replied to the discussion 'What did you blog about Today?' in the group Blogging about Books and Writing!
"K, I am taking a stab at travel writing as we prepare to leave for our road trip to Colorado! Also I am writing about INspiration from OUTside! Yes, nature! Describe your backyard! http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com"
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Blogging About Inspiration from Outside!
Write about nature! What do you see, hear, smell? Describe your backyard in all its glory! Blogging about it here and taking a hit at travel writing http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com
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- Who I am:
- http://promisepen.webs.com
http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com
I co-founded the Writer's Club, The Promise of the Pen with my friend, Melissa and we meet regularly in Tempe, AZ at the wonderful, local bookstore, Changing Hands. We have 7 members of mixed genres and sexes and discuss our work regularly. It is very inspirational. I recently began my blog, The Mother Centurion just a few weeks ago and have enjoyed using the blog as my blank canvas for all things "writey".
I first began my interest in writing as a young girl when I wrote my first book, "Dino the Dinosaur".. He was a dinosaur in need of seeing a dentist.. I dont quite remember how that got started.. Now I am a cop in the big city of Phoenix and have been re-visiting my dream
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- I have only submitted one short story to Glamour for the Tell Your Story contest. Results in February 2011. I did also submit to Family Circle in 2008. I am working on a memoir, "The Purposeful Mother" and am pushing to have a completed MS by the end of this year.
- Media outlets that I currently write for:
- N/A
- My writing is:
- Nonfiction, Memoir
- Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
- I only review work from a lay person's view. I am not a professional editor but am an avid reader.
- Services I offer to other writers:
- I will read whatever you send and give you an honest critique. Avid reader and Creative Writing major at U of A for a time.
- I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
- Yes, the Promise of the Pen
- My professional associations:
- N/A
Adrian Ruiz's Blog
Blogging About Inspiration from Outside!
Posted on June 7, 2011 at 7:37pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Write about nature! What do you see, hear, smell? Describe your backyard in all its glory! Blogging about it here and taking a hit at travel writing http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com
Blogging About the Struggles of Writing! Inspirational!
Posted on June 1, 2011 at 7:22pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Just some thoughts about the struggles of writing. Please visit! Hopefully some inspirational thoughts as well. http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com
Short Story, "Hands on Fire"
Posted on May 18, 2011 at 7:06am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Read an excerpt from a short story, "Hands on Fire". A short draft in the works. Thanks! http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com
On-Line Writing Courses
Posted on May 11, 2011 at 8:53pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I am exploring the world of on-line writing courses!! Come join in!! http://themothercenturion.blogspot.com
Comment Wall (11 comments)
- At 1:21pm on April 6, 2011,
Julie Flanders said… - Hi Adrian! I just saw your comment on my page, I'm sorry I missed it before! I am still finding my way around She Writes I suppose. I loved learning about your animals! I knew about Teeka but it's great to read about Gabby and Brutis as well. A house with a variety of animals is a great thing in my book. :)
- At 10:12pm on March 5, 2011,
Justine Alia said… Hello Adrian, nice to friend the co-founder of a Writer's Club. Such an extensive body of work... glad you made the move to connect :-)
Regards, Justine
- At 7:18am on January 27, 2011,
pattie welek hall said… - I do the same thing. Must be the perfectionist side of us.
- At 12:04pm on January 25, 2011,
Rhonda Talbot said… Oh Adrian, the editing is always the hardest part... have been putting off for a few months now... hence why I write my little humor stories... but getting back at it... we can exchange anytime... it's tough because every time you go into a chapter, well, at least for me, I rewrite, change OY xx
- At 8:30am on January 19, 2011,
Meryl Jaffe said… Hi Adrian. I just tried going to your blog but could not get on. Not sure why - just wanted to let you know. I will try again later - not sure if it was a problem at my end or yours.
Good luck in any case, and I will try agian.
Meryl Jaffe
- At 9:19pm on January 13, 2011,
Julie Jeffs said… - Adrian,
Welcome to the Bloggers Let’s Make it Work group! So glad you are here. Please visit the discussion New Members Visit Here First, tell us about your blog so we can list it on the members blog index.
I hope you will find, as I did, a great sense of community, loads of information and resources, and an incredible amount of talent.
Jump in on ongoing discussions or start one if there is an issue you would like to discuss.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Look forward to reading your posts.
Warm regards,
Julie Jeffs
Beginning a Life at 50
- At 3:11am on January 7, 2011,
Anjuelle Floyd said… Such a nice comment. Thanks so much. But I must say the picture is about 4 years old.
I'm now 50 and a little plumper.
But I'm exercising.
In any case it is so nice meeting up with you.
And yes, I would love to connect with you.
I'm trying to get a SKYPE Chat together. I really need to connect with other writers, just to chat
Here's the link to the group I'm trying to start.
Do you have Skype?
Perhaps we can talk sometime.
Let me know.
In any case thanks for accepting my friendship.
And do visit my website when you get a chance.
I look forward to hearing from you.
www.anjuellefloyd.com
Imagination is the key to freedom.
The artist's job is to cultivate and nurture her or his imagination, and that of others.
- At 3:17am on January 6, 2011, pattie welek hall said…
- Wrapping light and love around your short story. You go, girl! Still plodding through sending out the proposals and queries. Soooo time consuming! Would just love to hear one yes, so I could jump up and down, spin in circles, dance, cry happy tears, and fall to my knees in gratefulness, just for the day. Can't wait to get back to my book. I miss it. Yet I do believe that everything is in Divine Right Order, so I am right where I am supposed to be or I would be in another place. Celebrating the now, is my moto.
- At 10:31pm on January 5, 2011,
Amy Wallen said… HI Adrian, I would love to hear what you're working on. I believe you said non-fiction. Is that memoir, essay, or...?
I need to connect with more authors and I think She Writes is a great place to do that.
- At 2:46am on January 5, 2011, pattie welek hall said…
Andrian, glad to connect to a fellow author. Are you working on your first book or have you already been published? Would love to hear about your book and the steps you are taking to get it in the hands of agents.
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