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Jul 26, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

I will miss you and your take on the world. The great thing about blogs is that you can write and post them as infrequently as you wish. We will still read them, enjoy them, and comment upon them.

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Jul 26, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Marjie, you’re a terrific writer. Go forth and publish!

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Jul 27, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Is it possible to pre-order a book that hasn't been written yet? Asking for a friend....

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Just pretend they're another friendly subscriber; and inform them they must give kind comments, (or they'll be blocked!)

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Jul 26, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Well heck, of course we’ll all patiently wait while you become a professional blonde writer!

Your animal companions are correct: one must follow one’s passion!

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Jul 26, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Finally!!! Go for it, I mean, why the hell not??

You actually must do this.

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Aug 9, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Of fucking course we'll still be here. Kudos to you for taking a chance on yourself, and daring to do the scary things in pursuit of this goal. Even if it means valuing your own work enough to refrain from giving it away for free, which is admittedly scary.

If you ever decide to do a blog as a paid subscription, I'll be your first customer. In the meantime, I'll be rooting for you along with the rest of your fans!!! I hope someone sees fit to reward your brilliant writing with publication soon. You deserve it. 💚

Also, I would like to have a talk with these so-called "friends" you have pictured here. Not about anything related to you. I just want to whisper dog secrets in their adorable little ears. (You know, things like "You're the cutest. Don't tell the others.")

Excelsior!

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Jul 27, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Marjjie -- too funny. Glad you are being challenged. If you need a reader, can I volunteer? I love your humor.

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Jul 27, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Marjie, I will certainly miss your weekly pieces but this is terrific news and you are way too good at what you do not to get published. You go for it girl!!!! You can do it!!!!!

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Jul 27, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

go for it! Will miss reading these for a bit, but so exciting to hear about publishing!

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I will hold the intention that you won't chicken out and that you will be published. Remember to drink lots of iced tea in the meantime.

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Wonderful! And so glad you’re choosing to focus on you and publishing. It’s inspiring.

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Jul 26, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Good for you! I’ll look forward to your return! Especially loved the piece with your dad yesterday!

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Jul 26, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

I will miss your weekly email in my inbox. You've got this!

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Jul 26, 2023Liked by Marjie Alonso

Panache, eh? Is that what we have? Being a lawyer, I call what I've developed "gravitas". But in truth, I have finally grown into my old bat-hood, having been an old bat for decades. Old bats and I recognize each other walking down the street, and we have a nod of recognition. At least one of my children is an old bat in training. And you're an old bat too.

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I just cannot believe you wrote such a terrific piece between yesterday and today. Amazing!! You are a great writer and I look forward to seeing much more of your work and in print. Onwards!!

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