I mentioned yesterday that I've been receiving offers of guest posts. My policy is simple: if they're well-written and have content that would be of interest I accept. I'm all for people earning money on the web (I assume these writers are not doing this out of their strong desire to give me some free time). I have noticed that only about half of the people making the offers have … Continue reading →
Chicken Stew with Sherry Tomorrow is a big day, chez moi. Last Thursday I spent the morning at the France Telecom office, arranging to get our phone connected. I don't actually remember doing that in the US, but it seems like it was simple – a phone call from the realtor's office perhaps? Here, one goes to France Telecom, armed with the ever-present 'folder of paperwork', stands in line, and … Continue reading →
Mini Meat Loaves FOWP Fear of White Paper It's an artist term, referring to the moment when one is looking at a brand new, squeaky clean, canvas or vellum, crayon or brush in hand, terrified to make that first, irretrievable mark. This morning I am suffering from FOWS: Fear of White Screen. Usually, I sign in to my blog, and start typing. The words come, not always flowing… sometimes just … Continue reading →
