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I have been bitchslapped by Sundance. I only have one thing to say to Robert Redford: “Thank you, Sir, may I have another?” If you follow me on Twitter, you’re probably familiar with my journey to get our script, SLAVERY … Continue reading
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Living in rural New York, I often drive the countryside for writing inspiration. This particular day, I needed to find a way to kill one of my characters. I wanted something unique for her death. Suddenly, my car’s ball joint … Continue reading
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Palms sweating and heart pounding, I entered the Crandell Theatre. I prayed garbage cans were within reach, as I was positive I’d be sick from fear. I was 11 and on my very first date. The Crandell Theatre was built … Continue reading
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“This is a last-laugh business: If you can survive as people are kicking you in the head, eventually their leg will get tired, and they’ll want to start kicking someone else. If you’re still there, and can pull yourself up … Continue reading
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After posting Kicking Fear’s Ass, many people have approached me, fascinated I gave up fear for Lent. They want answers. How can I be fearless too? Are you ever terrified? What do you do when you can’t imagine facing your … Continue reading
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November 22, 2008 is the day my life changed forever. Only months ago, I was an innocent 10-year-old running around carefree. Then Crohn’s disease forced me to become a prisoner in my house. I wouldn’t dare try to walk in … Continue reading
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How often do you reach out to another human? On Good Friday, I was at Penn Station. A homeless man politely approached me and asked for money. His pitch was eloquent, heartfelt, and with wonderful eye contact. I was marveled … Continue reading
Today, I officially became a freelance writer, and I owe it to insanity. I was too insane to quit. I was a hustler by day. Sales. Straight commission. Even though I enjoyed my job, the economy was not conducive to … Continue reading
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I click a link and BAM – I discover I have been awarded the Honest Scrap Award by Brittany Landgrebe aka @lights_aurora. I look closer. This must be a mistake. Perhaps it reads “Honest Crap Award”… yeah, that would be … Continue reading
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When I started blogging, I made myself a simple promise to post every two weeks. Doable, right? Wrong. Real life gets in the way. Specifically, the current script we’re writing. Oh, I’ve thought of at least half a dozen topics, … Continue reading
