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A missed opportunity?
Yesterday I was contacted by an editor for one of the websites where I write. There is a big technology event coming up in July its being held in New York City. It’s a closed event, invitation only. The invites are being extended to those within th...
Vegan Momma: Cookbook update
There are many aspects I enjoy about freelance writing. Top on the list is receiving feedback from readers on the various topics I write about. I enjoy interaction. I’ll only write about topics I’m genuinely interested in technology, and ...
Friday fun day; Gearing up for carnival fun
My freelance writing jobs is going very well. I’m getting into a great routine and am not spending nearly as much time writing as I used to in the beginning. I guess that means I’m making progress, right? This means I’m able to spen...
So mommy, when are you going to upgrade?
Aiyana has been pestering me off and on for weeks about Mac. I mistakenly told her I would be updating my 17″ MacBook Pro later this year. Although I have an HP dv6000t that she has claimed as hers and calls it Zizzy (don’t) tell me how s...
Excuse me, you want me to write my what?
A few days ago I was sitting down thinking of how I should express my opinion on a certain topic. This new technical writing position differs from the other technical blog writing jobs I have in that the owner likes the writers to write their opinion...
I’m not a bad mommy, really I’m not!
It’s always nice when you are reading about others who are going through similar experiences as yourself. Yes, at times I do feel guilty working from the home. My daughter still does not completely understand what I do, although she sees me wor...
WWDC 08, writing, and hanging outside
Worldwide Developers Conference 08, aka WWDC 08, kicked off yesterday and for many it was a great day. Apple showcased an entire fleet of new apps that are working their way to the iPhone, some were done in-house and others were created by independen...
It’s Friday; WWDC happenings; My little angel
We have a nice breeze in Maryland today, and I’m planning to take it easy. This coming week is going to be busy for myself. I’ll be covering the Worldwide Developers Conference aka WWDC for one of the websites that I write for, and I have...
Mommy’s night out; Bonding with an old friend, while soaking up culture & classical music
I don’t do too much going out. Single mom, business owner, back in college, outside of the gym it can be challenging to go out. I was such a social butterfly before my daughter was born so at times yeah it’s tough. A friend asked me out...
Too Much Writing Going on; Soaking up the sun rays & a fabulous opportunity
A few days ago I wrote about another blogging opportunity at Addicted to Writing. I really like writing their even though it is small compared to Vegan Momma. I have one faithful reader, Michele (thanks girl I really appreciate your comments) in my l...
Freelance writing & one of my articles was a featured content
It seems as though my activities have been kicked up a few notches thanks to the new freelance positions I’ve picked up. The great thing is I have a handle on the jobs, and it really doesn’t take me long to write for the website perhaps t...
Freelance Writing: Keywords and Feedback from another position
Earlier today I heard back from another position that I had I applied for. It wasn’t publicly advertised, never stopped me from applying before even when I was in the corporate setting. I thought why now. I enjoy the website. I read it several...
Freelance writing & technology; Surrounded by a sea of men
Ok, so maybe it isn’t a sea of men, just a handful. So what am I talking about? Yesterday, I heard back from a freelance writing position I had applied for earlier this month. Although they didn’t have a ,” We need help” posit...
Plans for Memorial Day
My daughter and I haven’t made any plans for Memorial day since going to work for myself full-time over a year ago holidays are a non-issue. I’m at home daily, still working, only difference is I work at home. I now have two employees for...
Hanging with Aiyana: Time out for family
This week I’ve been spending a lot of my time with Aiyana. Thankfully I’ve been able to complete my projects in the early morning hours before she awakens (I’m usually awake a little after four) and I’ve been wrapping up my wo...
On Writing: Where I’m writing on the WWW
Vegan Momma BlogFeed I added the latest I’m writing at online it can be found in my sidebar. A little over a week ago I started writing for BLORGE.com. You’ll usually find me in the Mac section. Blorge is a technology news website. You ca...
Updates & Finding That Happy Medium For Posting
Vegan Momma BlogFeed I haven’t been as active on vegan momma as I would like. It appears that certain things like real life keeping getting in the way of my online time. What a dilemma, eh? Decisions, decisions real life vs. online life? Nope...
The Geek Is Unleashed: Flaunting My Geekiness
Vegan Momma BlogFeed A few days ago I saw a freelance writing opportunity. It gives me the chance to flaunt my geekiness. Yes I admit I’m a technology geek. I cannot keep my hands off my Mac|Life magazine monthly. I also log into tech foru...
Standing Out Can Be A Good Thing
Vegan Momma BlogFeed How do you feel when you walk into a place and you don’t know anyone? Do you… 1. Approach a stranger, smile and introduce yourself 2. Wait for someone to approach you 3. Wish you could disappear Starting a new blog ca...
My Journey To Online Monetization
Vegan Momma BlogFeed “It’s a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there’s no knowing where you might be swept off to.” Bilbo Baggins, Fellowship Of The...
One Cool Gift & Freelance Writing Update
Vegan Momma BlogFeed One of the gifts I distributed this year went over well. I thought it was simple, but my father liked it a lot! He had me test it shortly after I gave him this gift, a personalized domain name. I never thought something that s...
Vegan Momma’s Seven Tips on Blogging Successfully And Other News….
Vegan Momma BlogFeed Thomas - Technical Blogger included the second part of my interview over at his lovely virtual home. He asked me a question… 5 - You receive quite a bit of positive feedback concerning your blogs, what suggestions do you h...
Did You Meet Your Goals For 2007?
Vegan Momma Email Newsletter The end of the year is always a good time for me to reflect on the goals I’ve set for myself throughout year. Setting goals seems to be something I’ve always done. Yep, I even did it as a child. Of course m...
Vegan Momma Does Freelance Writing On Health, Nutrition, & Fitness
Vegan Momma Email Newsletter A few of you might have noticed that I started incorporating some of my fitness routines into my postings. The reason is fairly simple a few of my readers have been emailing me about veganism, nutrition, and exercise alt...
