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Jan 28Liked by Shannon K. Evans

‘No moral, no proverb, no “point.”’ Oh yeah, we can read and write for fun. It’s easy to forget!

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Jan 28Liked by Shannon K. Evans

Pleasure is enough, especially when we don't get enough of it. Got to work on that sentence, or maybe not...As you commented once in a workshop, we should write about our passions. Passion and pleasure seem to have similar meanings, so write what is interesting to you. Thanks for the book recommendations - and the comment about reading a poem each day. Good idea! I have been drawn to the poetry of Edwina Gateley. Perhaps her work can guide me during the upcoming Lenten season. Go snuggle with one of your pets - and other loved ones!

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Jan 27Liked by Shannon K. Evans

Pleasure is enough! Thank you for that! It is fatiguing to constantly be reading things that have a “point”, or can be too preachy or even have that feel of wanting to sell something. I think you are a very interesting writer and I love reading your stuff! 💕

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Love you, and slice of dead tree solidarity!

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Jan 27Liked by Shannon K. Evans

♥️Inspiring words! Grateful!

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Jan 27Liked by Shannon K. Evans

“it has amused me and sometimes that is enough.” Is my new writing mantra.

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Jan 27Liked by Shannon K. Evans

“You think I’m here to amuse you? Wha’?” — Joe Pesci, Goodfellas. You do. Shannon. Thanks. And oh, nice couch!

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That picture of your chicken is just the best! It looks so incredibly cozy. ❤️ And cheers to becoming more interesting as you age! Definitely in the spirit of the 40 things I want to do before I turn 40 in November this year. Never too old to try something new!

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The picture of your dog and your chicken brought me such joy this morning! As did your musings on writing. Thank you for sharing!

Is your chicken always in the house? Do she and the dog get along? Does she like to be snuggled? I’m so curious.

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