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What My 20s Taught Me: Fear is Not a Thing

Like I said, I did something scary yesterday.  I put some photos I took on a facebook page and called it a business.  And now my art, my creative blood, is out there running in streams on the internet for … Continue reading

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What My 20s Taught Me: I Was Made This Way

You know those people who’ve known what they wanted to do since they were kids?  Are you one of those people?  A doctor, a lawyer, a teacher?  I envy those people. When I was a kid, I wanted to be … Continue reading

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What My 20s Taught Me: Being the Best is the Worst

If you know me in real life, or if you’ve been reading Great Smitten for a while, you may know that in addition to all my other creative pursuits, I’m also a bit of a singer. Not just your average … Continue reading

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What My 20s Taught Me: I’m So Hot Right Now

I’m going to show you a few photos of myself, and I’d like you to take a guess as to what they have in common. Ready? Here we go: … Okie dokie, any thoughts?  Anyone? Alright, I’ll tell you. At … Continue reading

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What My 20s Taught Me: Everyone is Faking It

When I worked as a magazine editor, I had a great friendship with our publisher.  Her name was (and still is, actually) Brenda. She was in her mid-40s and one of those women who just oozes confidence.  She had a … Continue reading

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I’m Bringing 30 Back

There are just nine weeks left until my 30th birthday.  I think.  I’ve never been very good at counting.  In fact, it’s very possible I’m only 28. In the run-up to the Big 3-0, and inspired by this girl, I’ve … Continue reading

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