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Quote of the Day  ©BrummetMedia.ca " I tore myself away  from the safe comfort  of certainties  through my love for truth  — and truth rewarded me. "   ~ Simone de Beauvoir   ~~ Visit the Brummet's   Main Website Find them elsewhere online  HERE   ~~

Just For Writers !!    This series was put together in an effort to supply support and information to people new to the world of writing. Watch for a new post in this series  around the middle of every month  !!   * Note : these links go back as far as early 2000's and may refer to our old website and other old links. Ignore them; go to:  http://BrummetMedia.ca -- Today  let's start off with an article written by Aileen Lopez re: the power of poetry, that was published on this blog back in 2012: https://consciousdiscussions.blogspot.com/2012/11/the-power-of-poetry.html -- Online Social Networking writer's groups can often be seen as a time-waster, the sometimes dull task of scrolling through dozens of posts published per hour on each group.  However, we do take the time to visit our favourite groups every few weeks, or more frequently if our schedule allows. Take a few extra coffee breaks (or wine) while browsing the various topics covered over th...

How to Make Homemade Soup Stock There is nothing like the comforting steam rising from a warm bowl of nutritious soup. Making a large pot of homemade soup or stew is a great way to utilize leftovers and to extend the menu plan without extra spending. The added bonus is one can easily freeze soup or stew in portioned sizes for future meals. It is nice to have options in the freezer from split pea to ham and barley, borscht or tomato soup - being able to choose what is desired at the time; just thaw, heat up on the stove and serve.  Frugal shoppers are fully aware that store-bought stock or broth can be pretty pricey: $3 (or more) for only 3-4 c. of stock. An alternative is the powder or cubed stocks laden with colouring, additives and salt. Surprisingly, it is very easy to make your own nutritious beef, chicken, ham or vegetable stock.  Keep a large container ready to collect clean, disease-free vegetable peels, cores and trimmings. Add the inner onion or garlic peels, as well ...

Recommended Resources The National Wildlife Federation held their annual photo contest in November '21, and put together this page featuring award-winning nature and wildlife photography via this link below: https://www.nwf.org/Home/Magazines/National-Wildlife/2022/Dec-Jan/PhotoZone/2021-Winners - continuing on the theme of photos...  Check out Green Prophet's article featuring photos of the world's oldest trees. Totally fascinating!! https://www.greenprophet.com/2015/01/monumental-portraits-of-the-worlds-oldest-trees-photos/ - And to close this inspiring day of resources, check out the Cornel Lab of Ornithology 's YouTube channel via the link below - listen to calls of the wild, learn about numerous colourful birds, and conservation programs around the world. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5Lz88Rt3GT75YT2ORAmaMQ ~~ Visit the Brummet's   Main Website Find them elsewhere online  HERE   ~~

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-- World of Writing - Audio Book Producer Interview --  If you are like me, you've certainly enjoyed listening to audio books while travelling, commuting, doing mundane chores or trying to sleep. I can often be found learning and being entertained while multi-tasking on other mundane chores. Many of us are churning with questions on how one goes bout turning a written book into an audiobook. We are joined today by an expert in this arena - Adele Park is an Audie Award winning voice-actor, writer, producer and editor at Straight to Audio Productions, LLC . - here to respond to our questions. Her business was founded in 2008, is a professional recording studio that works with a wide array of talent,  utilizing the latest editing technology in St. George, Utah. Check out her blog,  Quirky Audio Books , when you get a chance, you won't be sorry. To learn more about how to turn your work into an audio book, visit https://audiorecordingstgeorge.com . Q: What got your started ...

Poetry Time  Today's poem was submitted by A. A. Fouch , author of the recently published poetry anthology: I Lost My Keys In Space And Other Oddly Comforting Poems. She is also the author of:  Gently, Bentley! - which you can find on Amazon .  When she is not writing, you will find her teaching in various capacities to all ages, including art, nutrition, and dance. She is an avid fan of C.S. Lewis, podcasts, and chocolate. Ms Fouch invites today's readers to visit her at:  aafouch.blogspot.com Odd Little Benedictions ©A. A. Fouch May the eyes of children light up   When they see you at the store.  May the branches of trees reach out  To touch your face and grace your door.  May the moon make you feel safe  When you see her in the sky.   May birds not fly away   Whenever you pass by. ~~ Visit the Brummet's   Main Website Find them elsewhere online  HERE   ~~