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Family/Friends,

I understand now why some companies/celebreties hire people to tend to their Social Media networking, it is very time consuming, not to mention mentally exhausting. Point in case, just today I spent over an hour on Blogger and YouTube working out some kinks with my profile/settings. My head's spinning and I'm pooped.

On the topic of Social Media, I'd like to take a moment to thank my daughter, Pamela for acting as a consultant on the topic. Pamela works in the field and has actually helped launch my first AdWords campaign. Although it is progressing slowly, I have seen an increase in site (www.mywritingden.net) traffic and Twitter - 10 new followers in a week. I've also been receiving sporadic emails from 'fans' telling me how much they enjoy my stories...so this keeps me going. Ohhh, and a VERY notable mention to Linus Ly who gave me the idea to use a 'new' slogan Erotica, She Wrote. Liked it so much I'm already using it. Thanks Linus!

Alright, folks. I need to get back to business of writing stories, have fallen behind already.

Thank you for posting comments, they are truly appreciated!

Until next time!
Maria
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  1. Living in PurgatoryMay 8, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    Thank you for the shout out mother... I help and guide you as you have done for me for many years, with much love! :)

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  3. ClaudiaJoy2May 10, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    I can only imagine how busy a writer's schedule must be. As I can see, it's something that you love and enjoy, but hopefully you won't get too overwhelmed. If you do, do take a moment and soak in the tub. Happy Writing! ;)

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  4. Romance, She WroteMay 10, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    I'm trying not to let it overwhelm me, but it's hard as I am deliberately putting a lot of pressure on myself. It's now or never :-)

    Thanks for the comment!
    Maria

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  5. Qaptain QwertyMay 10, 2012 at 8:25 PM

    Glad you like the slogan. That reminds me to send you the origami thingy.

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  6. Romance, She WroteMay 11, 2012 at 9:22 AM

    Thanks Linus, appreciate your comments!

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