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Rubbing elbows with the literati

by Robin | Feb 27, 2010 | Book Review, Books, Friends, Personal, Writing

"Who keeps company with wolves will learn how to howl."~ Spanish proverb I don't know why it j.u.s.t. occurred to me, but my friends write books…a lot of them. <– purposefully ambiguous as to whether or not I mean "friends" or...

Forever treasures

by Robin | Sep 29, 2009 | (in)courage, Compassion - India, Compassion International, Faith, Favorite things, Personal

Sometimes priceless treasure arrives sealed in an envelope. Yesterday I received a letter from Pinki, the little girl we sponsor but have yet to write about here. Meeting her, holding her hand, hugging her neck…and then having to let her return to her...

If you pull for the underdog & bet on dark horses…

by Robin | Sep 12, 2009 | Blogging, Compassion International, Mom stuff, Parenting

I'm gonna ask something of everyone who sees this post (in a reader, via email/bookmark or by any ol' random search). Depending on your perspective, you'll see me as a shameless self-promoter, a brilliant marketing mind or simply someone who's...

Just WHO do I think I am?

by Robin | Jul 23, 2009 | Compassion International, Personal

I'm thrilled you're taking part in Blog Hop '09, I hope you all meet wonderful new blog mates with whom you can tweet and comment to and one day meet In Real Life…but until then, let's get to know each other virtually better.Who is Robin at...

Two Important Deadlines and Two Inspiring Photos

by Robin | Jun 29, 2009 | Animals, Compassion International, Contests, Personal, Photos, Type-A Mom Conference

Are you interested in learning more about blogging and social networking? Then you must make plans to attend the Type-A Mom Conference taking place September 24-27 in Asheville, NC. The speaking panel is phenomenal, the conference promises style and...