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Pennsylvania

Shannon A Thompson12 Comments

So I'm back! And I'm really glad everyone kept my blog going while I gone on family business. I am really busy right now--I just got back, but I have my final this Friday. It's all great, but I thought today I'd simply share my trip with everyone :] Pennsylvania Sunrise My dad and I… Continue reading Pennsylvania

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To My Mother

Shannon A Thompson45 Comments

“Writers seek to create order out of the chaos of everyday life, and to extract meaning from both the tragic and the mundane.” ~Hope Edelman This quote has always struck a deep chord within me, not only because I am a writer, but because this was my mother's philosophy. On top of that, Hope Edelman… Continue reading To My Mother

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Writing Tips: Being an Author: Pros & Cons

Shannon A Thompson67 Comments

Yesterday would've been my mother's 54th birthday if she hadn't passed away on March 16, 2003. Today, I’m dedicating this post to her, because she is the reason I have become so passionate about my writing dream. Her memory has pushed me forward, time and time again, ever since 2003, and my passion is very… Continue reading Writing Tips: Being an Author: Pros & Cons

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Inspirational Meet: Kristine Andersen

Shannon A Thompson43 Comments

I know I haven’t posted the past few days even though I’ve promised to post every day, but I’m grieving at the moment. Unfortunately, this week, I lost a very dear loved one. My roommate since 2009, Kristine Andersen, passed away Sunday, and I thought I could dedicate this post to her wonderful life and… Continue reading Inspirational Meet: Kristine Andersen