After a long career writing for local newspapers — and, on rare occasions, for publications such as The Washington Post — Nora's word life is now focused on blogging and occasional writing projects of special interest. Also the author of several books, Nora lives in Appalachia with her husband and a goodish dog named Finn, who is delighted whenever the family's two adult daughters are home from college.
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13 thoughts on “A poet’s life”
Enjoyed this, especially the comment on career vs. vocation!
Enjoyed this, especially the comment on career vs. vocation!
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It’s the truth, isn’t it!! 🙂 Weekend blessings.
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Have a lovely weekend to you too!
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“ ‘That pleases me very much’, “ … what a lovely man.
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🙂 He does seem to be a very nice person!
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I enjoyed your interview with Harshman. The poet’s life sounds idyllic!
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Thank you! It did seem like a lovely way to live. I especially liked his study with the three desks. What an unusual way to stay organized!
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You’re welcome! I could use some organization myself. 🙂
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Oh the writing environment he has created at his home sounds absolutely lovely.
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It really was. Not fancy, but calm and lovely. Our family is too large for calm, but I’m shooting for comfy and pretty!
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Enjoyed the interview and surroundings!!
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Thanks, Suni!! Have a wonderful 4th of July!
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Same to you friend!! 💌
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