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This, that and the other thing MondayAugust 11, 2008
This has been an exciting weekend with the Olympics starting. I love the gymnastics and swimming, but could easily do without the volleyball and fencing, although I still can't look away when it's on tv. So when the gymnasts fall, I feel every bump and bruise. When the swimmers dive in, I find myself holding my own breath. When the personal stories are shown I get teary-eyed. And when the National Anthem plays I get goosebumply and sing along. Monday is the day I use to give the news, kudos and interesting happenings in the industry. If you have any insider info, fascinating tibits or captivating revelations, send me an email here. Here's what I got for this week.
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August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Monica Burns commented: Heard about Angie's success earlier. Congrats to her!And don't you just love that cover!
August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Missy Taylor commented: Can't watch the Olympics... I've got books to read hehe. Congrats to Angie how exciting is that!? And to the winners and finalists in the Rita awards.
August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Edie Ramer commented: Congrats to Angie Fox. I wonder if guest blogging on your column helped catapult her to the extended list. In addition to her wonderful writing, of course. :) But I bet you'll get even more bids next year!
August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Angie Fox commented: Guest blogging with Barbara was an absolutely wonderful way to get the word out about The Accidental Demon Slayer. And it was for a great cause, too. I'll bet she gets even more bids next year.
August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Jennifer LaBrecque commented: Barbara, did you happen to see the chests on the water polo team? WOWZA. I am all for the summer olympics. :))))
August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Ramona Richards commented: I shared a lunch with Angie at RWA, and was thrilled to meet the author of a book that I'd been discussing with my friends only an hour or so earlier. I adore the title, and I can't wait to get into the book. Angie is a gem of a writer and a lady, and hitting the BSL is well deserved.
August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Dina commented: I saw that race with the US winning, it was GREAT!!!!!
August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Mary Stella commented: Looking forward to seeing you again at Heather Graham's Conference in New Orleans, Barbara. Wow! That's only a couple of weeks from now. Time zooms by!
August 11, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday ArkansasCyndi commented: Can't wait to read your reports from New Orleans!
August 12, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday violet s commented: Thanks Barbara for all the info. contained in this & your other blogs! You make my mornings--your info. on Doctors without Borders inspired me to contribute to them--they had sent me a donation letter already.
August 12, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Un-Tied Artists commented: Hi Barbara, Thanks for the great mention. Your readers can visit us to learn more at www.siliconvalleynovel.com
August 12, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Marilyn AKA The Playground Monitor commented: I am a total Olympics junkie. I've been staying up way too late watching the games. I still can't believe that men's 4 x 100 freestyle. What a win! And last night our hometown girl won a bronze medal in the women's 100m backstroke. She also swims the 200 back, and that's not only her best event, but she's the current world record holder. The final is on Saturday. She and #2 son played soccer together when they were 5 years old, and now she's winning Olympic medals. AND a girl #1 son went to high school with is running the 100m hurdles for Nigeria on Sunday.
August 12, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Leanna Renee Hieber commented: I'm LOVING the Olympics, I get all teary too! Congrats to Angie Fox, that's so cool!
August 16, 2008
In response to: This, that and the other thing Monday Kristen Painter commented: I've really enjoyed watching the Olympics. The swimming has been unreal.
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