I realized yesterday that my ancient tape recorder (seriously, I think I’ve had it more than 20 years) was dying. I could record, but the tape had both the new recording and older ones. At first I’d thought it was the tape, but after about four of them, I figured it had to be the…
Tag: freelance writing
Cleaning the Freelance House
I’m back. Let’s just say the fishing was adequate but not great. I did manage to catch two northern pike that measured up nicely. I won’t bore you with details as they weren’t all that impressive. But it was nice to see the parental units again and equally nice to spend time in the wilds…
Overworked and Under Deadline
It never fails – announce to the world you’re going on vacation and the work comes out of nowhere. Yesterday’s email brought a large book editing project and a ton of articles (which I can’t do because of the time needed for the editing project). Today – a press release needed by Friday. I have…
Seven Truths of Freelancing
1. The longer the list of requirements in a job listing, the less the employer intends to pay. Go on. Look. Test this one out. Nine times out of ten, it’s absolutely spot on. 2. The amount of work you’re about to get is equal or greater to the amount of time you have to…
Claustrophobia and the Ones We Love
It never fails – they all come home from college and I want to hide. I love them all dearly, and I enjoy the time I get to spend with them. The house is so empty when they’re not around. But it’s so full when they are. Oy, so full. My 10-hour workday seems to…