Peace, Love, and Bobby Sherman
Let's talk about childhood crushes here for a minute, shall we? I'm a little late in issuing this message, but I want to say a happy birthday to my former crush Bobby Sherman, who turned 67 on July 22nd.
Old Spice… Brilliant Marketing (and Isaiah Mustafa Ain’t Bad Either!)
I posted this on Facebook yesterday but had to write about it today because this is just the best kind of marketing possible and I wanted to share it with you. I appreciate a new and different buzzworthy effort, and this definitely qualifies.
Milwaukee Poetry Examiner Interviews Cherie Burbach
I've been admiring Jeffrey Boire's poetry articles at Examiner so it was a thrill when he asked for a short interview with me!
Beautiful Words Quote: Chinese Proverb on Tension
I really loved this quote because it summed up one of the worst feelings: tension. You know how you walk into a room and instantly feel weird because of the group that is there or the conversation?
The Art Pact: Complete!
Yes, it's finally done. The art pact that I started with my friend Michelle two months ago is finally complete.
Happy Father’s Day With Poetry
You know, sometimes I forget it's Father's Day. My dad died years ago, and as I've said many times here, he was an abusive alcoholic. While my relationship with my father wasn't the best, I did have great relationships with both of my grandfathers.
Plastic Flowers and Bulbs
This post is sure to make my friend Chris happy, because I am actually admitting that I do grow something. I'm not much of a gardener, it's true, but Chris writes some wonderful articles about gardening so you should definitely read them.
How Was Your Memorial Day?
I had a fabulous weekend, and part of it (again) was being unplugged. The last time I had a computer-less weekend, I came back energized.
Songs That Can Make Me Cry
Like a lot of people, I love music. I enjoy all kinds of music, but I always pay special attention to the words. (It's probably that "writer" thing that causes that.)
Rest, Bret Michaels, Rest!
There's one thing that struck me about the American Idol finale last night, and it wasn't that Lee DeWyze won. It wasn't that they let Paula Abdul linger on-stage is typical "without a script" flighty-ness, or that they did a schmaltzy Simon Cowell tribute....
Thoughts From My Virtual Book Tour
It's taken me a few weeks to get everything wrapped up from the virtual book tour for 21 Simple Things You Can Do to Help Someone With Diabetes, but I have to say, I was very pleased at the results. This was technically my third virtual tour. I did a very lame one when I released my poetry book Father's Eyes and then a two-part tour with Internet Dating Is Not Like Ordering a Pizza. This one was from start to finish very different. I attribute that both to my experience in doing them all before ...
Computer-less Weekend
I had one of the best weekends ever and part of the reason was that I decided to take the entire weekend off from writing. It's rare that I do this. As a freelance writer, you are always thinking about where the next job is coming from. This is true even when you're really busy. The last few months I've been doing the cold calling, LOI, and job boards again hard.
Do You Write While You Dream?
I know a lot of people have dreams of writing, but this is a little different. I'm wondering if you write while you dream? Because you know what? I sure do.
Cherie Burbach in What to Do When No One Has a Clue
A while back I was approached by the authors of a new book called What to Do When No One Has a Clue: Advice for the Brave New World. I loved the idea of this book! It provides answers for all those sticky situations where you aren't sure what to say or do, and gives a modern twist to etiquette today.
The Art Pact… The Art Pact
So now you know why it takes me so darn long to finish a painting! I'm too putzy. It's not even that I try and be a perfectionist, it's just that I'm so pokey.
Beautiful Words Quote: Lois Wyse
Friendship is the best, isn't it? A good friend can lift you up, make you feel like it's totally okay that you came racing out of the bathroom with toilet paper on your shoe and yes, you might have ate a whole sleeve of Girl Scout Cookies, but those Girl Scouts need the money. Friends are the best. Here's a quote I found recently that I really like on friendship. “A good friend is a connection to life—a tie to the past, a road to the future, the key to sanity in a totally insane world.” ― Lois ...
How Much Marketing Do You Do?
The other day one of my writer friends asked me about marketing. She had read my post about helping to promote the stops along my virtual book tour, and wondered how much marketing I did when I wasn't "on tour." It was a great question, and one that aspiring authors ask me from time to time.
It’s a Dog’s Life
Yesterday I posted about what my daily schedule is usually like, and I mentioned that I take a break during the day to play with my dog and let her out. She actually goes out a few more times during the day, or bugs me to play.
What’s My Day Like?
Recently Eliza from Life of a Homemom interviewed me about what my day is like. It's a question I get a lot in one form or another, and I think it's because it might be hard to imagine what you might do in an entire day if your schedule was your own.
The Art Pact Continues
Why am I so slow when it comes to painting? I always have been. In art class in high school, I would take five times as long as everyone else when it came to getting pictures done.
How’s the Virtual Book Tour Going?
Thought I'd check in with everyone and let you know how things are going with the virtual book tour for 21 Simple Things You Can Do To Help Someone With Diabetes. You might think that I'm sitting back with a boat drink or two and letting it all happen (now that the guest posts and interviews are written), but there's a lot more work to be done once a virtual tour is on. This has been the most successful tour I've ever had thus far, and I chalk it up to having a better sense of my brand, ...
A Night of Botulism
A while back my husband and I were watching some TV shows on the laptop. Every once in a while we get a kick out of watching an old show like McMillian & Wife or McCloud or something.
Fast Typing Word Salad
I mentioned the term "word salad" before on this blog, and said that I often have a slip of the tongue when I'm yakking away a mile a minute.
My This I Believe Essay is Four Years Old
Seems hard to believe that my "This I Believe" essay has just turned four! I'm happy to report it's still the fourth most popular essay, which is just amazing to me. When I first wrote this essay, I submitted it online, didn't hear anything more about it, and promptly forgot about it. Then several months later, in December, a very nice lady from NPR wrote to ask if I would give permission to print the essay in our local paper on Christmas Eve. I said, "sure," and she added as an aside, "I guess you know ...
More Mirrors and Poetry
The other night I did some painting and made a few more mirrors. One of them is now my personal favorite.
An Art Pact – Day 2
I thought I'd give you all an update on the art pact I made with my friend Michelle. Last night I realized why doing this was such a good idea.
About Cherie
Milwaukee Poetry Examiner Interviews Cherie Burbach
I’ve been admiring Jeffrey Boire‘s poetry articles at Examiner so it...
Songs That Can Make Me Cry
Like a lot of people, I love music. I enjoy all kinds of music, but I always pay...
Cherie Burbach at Lancaster Rule
Hey guys, got a new interview with the Lancaster Rule blog. Read More →
Cherie Burbach in What to Do When No One Has a Clue
A while back I was approached by the authors of a new book called What to Do When...
It’s a Dog’s Life
Yesterday I posted about what my daily schedule is usually like, and I mentioned...
What’s My Day Like?
Recently Eliza from Life of a Homemom interviewed me about what my day is like. ...
My This I Believe Essay is Four Years Old
Seems hard to believe that my “This I Believe” essay has just turned...
Stuff That Would Be Cool If It Happened
If you’re like me, you probably have a list of really cool things (at least,...
Pen and Prosper Interviews Cherie Burbach
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When I’m Upset
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Happy Father’s Day With Poetry
You know, sometimes I forget it’s Father’s Day. My dad died years ago,...
Thoughts From My Virtual Book Tour
It’s taken me a few weeks to get everything wrapped up from the virtual book...
Diabetic Misconceptions
I just finished a radio interview with Kim Smith from Introducing Writers and one...
Win a Copy of 21 Simple Things You Can Do to Help Someone With Diabetes
I hope you’ve been following along with my virtual book tour. We’ve...
How Much Marketing Do You Do?
The other day one of my writer friends asked me about marketing. She had read my...
How’s the Virtual Book Tour Going?
Thought I’d check in with everyone and let you know how things are going with...
The Eve of My Virtual Book Tour
I’m about reading to embark on a 30-blog spot virtual tour for my book, 21...
Get Ready: Cherie’s Going on a Virtual Book Tour Next Month
Last year I went on a virtual book tour for my book Internet Dating Is Not Like Ordering...
Writers Supporting Writers
I’ve been participating in a Valentine’s Blog Chain all this week and it inspired...
Marketing Your Book
I’ve been thinking a lot about marketing when it comes to books. Truth be...
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Beautiful Words
Beautiful Words Quote: Chinese Proverb on Tension
I really loved this quote because it summed up one of the worst feelings: tension. You know how you walk into a room and instantly feel weird because of the group that is there or the conversation? [Read more of this review] Read More →
Words of Encouragement in Front of Me
I sit in front of a computer all day, and I can’t believe I’m doing this but I will show you my space. It might look a little crazy and unorganized. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Beautiful Words: Every Woman Deserves to Be Loved and Happy
I saw this on Facebook last night, posted by my online pal Miranda Miller: [Read more of this review] Read More →
Beautiful Words Quote: Winston Churchill
Boy, I can certainly relate to this quote. How about you? [Read more of this review] Read More →
Beautiful Words Quote: Etty Hillesum
Ever feel like this? [Read more of this review] Read More →
Beautiful Words Quote: Lois Wyse
Friendship is the best, isn’t it? A good friend can lift you up, make you feel like it’s totally okay that you came racing out of the bathroom with toilet paper on your shoe and yes, you might have ate a whole sleeve of Girl Scout Cookies, but those Girl Scouts need the money. Friends are the best. Here’s a quote I found recently... [Read more of this review]
Beautiful Words Quote on Love from Maya Angelou
Here’s a beautiful quote on love from my one of my favorites, Maya Angelou. It speaks to true love, but not necessarily romantic love. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Beautiful Words Quote: Stephen King
I’m not much of a horror fan when it comes to books, so unlike millions of other people I haven’t read much of Stephen King’s work. But what I have read has left me pleasantly surprised. That’s particularly true for On Writing. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Beautiful Words: Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
Today’s beautiful words quote really hit home with me. I truly believe that while “getting away” is a fun (and needed) thing, the key to finding peace is only found inside of us. [Read more of this review] Read More →
On Staying Positive
Well, it’s been quite a week! I was hit with some frustrating news in both my personal and professional lives this week. [Read more of this review] Read More →
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