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How Do The Irish Fare In America?

Posted on September 2, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I can never resist a novel that has an Irish connection so I was intrigued when I heard about the recent release of Widow’s Walk. It follows the story of how an Irish woman fares when she crosses the ocean … Continue reading →

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Harness The Fearless Factor

Posted on September 1, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Today I’m welcoming Jacqueline Wales to Ascroft, eh? to talk about what holds women back from doing what they want to and her new book, The Fearless Factor. She is a former alcoholic, mother of four, author, singer and global … Continue reading →

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Fermanagh Creative Writing Group

Posted on August 28, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Our fledgling creative writers group first got together during the spring and has just announced our existence to the world (see the Impartial Reporter article above). Our members are enjoying sharing with and learning from fellow writers at our weekly meetings. When … Continue reading →

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Find Out About The Fearless Factor

Posted on August 28, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

What are you afraid of? Has it ever stopped you doing something you wanted to do? I know fear has limited me at times. Jacqueline Wales, author of The Fearless Factor, says, “Fear is one of the most powerful motivating … Continue reading →

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Imagine Me Singing ‘Happy Birthday’

Posted on August 22, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

One year’s past – this weekend marks the first anniversary of my first post on Ascroft, eh? If I could carry a tune, I’d sing Happy Birthday but I doubt anyone could endure that. When I started the page I … Continue reading →

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Time Management In An Instant’s Tips

Posted on July 24, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Today authors Karen Leland and Keith Bailey offer some tips for making the most of our time. The ideas in their article are gleaned from their book, Time Management In An Instant: 60 Ways to Make the Most of Your … Continue reading →

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How Do I Find The Time?!!!

Posted on July 22, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

If you’re like me, always wishing for more hours in the day and don’t have a second to sort out your to-do list, drop by here on Friday to read Karen Leland’s article about making the most of your time.   … Continue reading →

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Cafe Tempest – That’s Where I’m Unwinding

Posted on July 10, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I’m pleased to welcome Barbara Bonfigli to Ascroft, eh? today. I recently received a review copy of her novel, Café Tempest.  The soft blue cover put me in a relaxed holiday mood, sending my thoughts to lounge on a Mediterranean beach. My … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading Suggestion

Posted on July 8, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Ever wish you could get away to a remote island? Brilliant sun, silky sand and refreshing water – I’ve been slipping away to such a place, every chance I get, the past couple weeks. I’m enjoying a fictional memoir, Café … Continue reading →

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Canada Day

Posted on July 1, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I haven’t lived in Canada for almost two decades now but I always think of my native country on Canada Day each year. Since I’ve been away for so long, I’ve lost touch with the day to day happenings there … Continue reading →

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