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Comment on Making a Blog Posting Schedule and Sticking To It by JoAnna

JoAnna — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:21:07 +0000

I use a blog schedule – every Monday and Thursday – and I definitely use the “schedule” feature. I frequently have 5-8 posts scheduled in advance. Though I move stuff around as new things come up and for a bit of variety (interviews mixed with book reviews mixed with tips, etc.), it is nice to know that I could drop off the face of the planet for the next three weeks and my blog would keep rolling.

That said, I don’t think a schedule is for everyone. If it doesn’t work for you, I say don’t sweat it. Once it becomes a chore, it completely loses its significance and meaning.

Comment on Crash Courses in Tent Living: Lander, Wyoming by Writer

Writer — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 20:13:15 +0000

Oh that makes me so happy! I hope you love it and let me know if you need any suggestions when the time gets closer.

Comment on Planning, More Planning, and Stuff by Writer

Writer — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 20:11:16 +0000

@JoAnna – Train trip – sweet! I have always wanted to do a US train trip and have almost done it so many times until I see how long it takes

@Abbie – Its the Buffalo Run out on Antelope Island on the Great Salt Lake. It is suppose to be a good intro ultra but we will see…

@Nancy – I am totally sad I am missing the NYC thing – I’ve never been

Comment on Planning, More Planning, and Stuff by Nancy

Nancy — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:14:21 +0000

Sweet! You’ve got some amazing things lined up. That’s so cool you’re doing the ultra marathon-insane!

For me:
NYC in June
Hoping to fit another trip in the summer (maybe out west?) and India in the winter.

Comment on Planning, More Planning, and Stuff by Abbie

Abbie — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:53:23 +0000

I hear you on the planning part sister, but mine would be more “thinking” than planning.

What ultra are you doing???

I remember my first pull-up (sniff sniff). It took me FOREVER and I was soooo excited!

Wooo J-tree! I’ll have to put you on a couple problems out there.

Comment on Planning, More Planning, and Stuff by JoAnna

JoAnna — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:35:36 +0000

Sounds like you’ve got lots of awesome plans for the summer! I can’t wait to meet up with you in Joshua Tree.

As for me: I’m taking the train to New Orleans the first week in April. New York City in June. Hoping to fit in some backpacking in Zion and Bryce for a couple weeks this summer. Would like to go to Cuba in July. And at least 12 days but hopefully 3-4 weeks in Vietnam and surrounding countries sometime before November of this year.

Good luck on the ultra marathon ~ I’m super impressed!

Comment on Crash Courses in Tent Living: Lander, Wyoming by Dona

Dona — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:15:47 +0000

We’ll be taking a cross-country trip in early-October, and Lander just totally made it onto the itinerary. Thanks!

Comment on Here’s to Pura Vida and a Hopeful Return to Costa Rica by Bonie

Bonie — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:45:47 +0000

Thanks for sharing. It’s nice to know that other people have diseases because I just found out I have one too.

Comment on Compromising Values and Jaw Bones? by Nick

Nick — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 16:26:18 +0000

Totally think that’s the right way to go… morals are there to be compromised! Congratulations!

Comment on Here’s to Pura Vida and a Hopeful Return to Costa Rica by Nancy

Nancy — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:34:24 +0000

Thanks for being transparent and sharing your story, Amiee. I feel like I know you better and am way amazed at your courage and determination. Even without the Costa Rica trip, I know big things are in store for you.