Author Archives: kymlucas

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About kymlucas

"Taking care not to take love too seriously." Writer of smart, fresh, contemporary romance and women's fiction. Blogging about writing, reading, and more recently, dealing with the ins and outs of breast cancer.

The Kindness of Strangers

Posted on June 4, 2012 by kymlucas

“I have always depended on the kindness of strangers.” — Blanche Dubois in “A Streetcar Named Desire” Rave: Unlike Blanche, I’ve striven to never depend on the kindness of strangers. It seemes a very precarious way to live. Still, there have … Continue reading →

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In Memory: A Litany

Posted on May 28, 2012 by kymlucas

Rave Last night in bed, sated after a day of picnicking and socializing on this holiday weekend, I thought about Memorial Day and what it’s supposed to mean. Inevitably, my mind turned toward my father and the last time I … Continue reading →

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Pantser or Plotter?

Posted on May 18, 2012 by kymlucas

A Rave About Writing Pantser or plotter? Ask a writer this question, and she’ll have an immediate response. “Oh, I’m a pantser,” she’ll say. “Can’t plot ahead to save my life.” Or “Definitely a plotter. I need to know where … Continue reading →

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Some Days, You Gotta’ Fly

Posted on May 8, 2012 by kymlucas

Rave: Some days, you gotta fly. Or dance. Or garden. Or drink wine. Whatever makes you happy. Yesterday was one of those days. There were a million things I should be doing — laundry,  homework for a workshop next weekend, and posting … Continue reading →

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I should be blogging but I’ve gone flying…

Posted on May 6, 2012 by kymlucas

I should be blogging but I’ve gone flying…, a photo by ladywriter47 on Flickr. I should be blogging but I’ve gone flying…

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Can you see the mama duck & her ducklings nesting in the library landscaping?

Posted on May 1, 2012 by kymlucas

Can you see the mama duck & her ducklings nesting in the library landscaping?, a photo by ladywriter47 on Flickr. Can you see the mama duck & her ducklings nesting in the library landscaping?

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A Matter of Taste

Posted on April 24, 2012 by kymlucas

A rave about reading and writing I hate beets. It’s a shame really, because they’re such a lovely color. And yet that burgundy hue seems somehow inappropriate for food. Perfect for a dress, a lipstick or, better yet, a pair … Continue reading →

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Cancer Lesson #58: Prepare to Be Nicknamed Curly

Posted on April 13, 2012 by kymlucas

Rave: Cancer Lesson #58: Prepare to be nicknamed Curly. Great news! I’ve got hair! Okay, I admit, it probably only looks like that to me.  In reality, it’s more like this: Apparently, it’s not uncommon for hair to grow back dark … Continue reading →

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How Not to Enter a Writing Contest

Posted on April 1, 2012 by kymlucas

Ranting and Raving about Writing This week, in between work and other obligations, I’ve been judging entries in a writing contest. This is sometimes challenging since it can demand a great deal of tact, not something I possess in great … Continue reading →

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Continental/United 737: All jacked up and nowhere to go

Posted on March 14, 2012 by kymlucas

Continental/United 737 all jacked up and nowhere to go, a photo by ladywriter47 on Flickr. Rave: Continental/United 737: all jacked up and nowhere to go Recently, I had the opportunity to watch routine maintenance be performed on several of Continental/United’s … Continue reading →

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