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Poetry Fiction Memoir No politics - No religion No solicitation DMs - friends only

Foothills of California
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@amylee_writer
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2 years
Do you think most people 'get' you?
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@amylee_writer
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3 months
My sister finished reading my book today. She said she had no idea how different my life was from hers. Said she expected that we'd had the same childhood. I said, no, we didn't, and I've been trying to tell you that for the last 50 years. Some of you know how (continued)
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Am I the only one who looks at a word they've been writing since first grade, and suddenly it looks wrongly spelled? Is it stress? Dementia? Or just my brain making up crazy stuff to make me twirl? Wait, don't tell me. Too scary.
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@amylee_writer
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8 months
I kid you not, I just came across a recipe called Funeral Potatoes. My imagination has been sparked.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 years
What happens when a story you are terrified of telling begins to make itself known to you? There's a story in me that I have fought against telling for decades and it's like my brain refuses to take instructions.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
- letting my sister really see me for who I am has happened, and I survived it.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
5 months
GAH! Ever looked at a word that you've used many times and it just doesn't look right? Is it spelled right? Is it even a word? Did I make it up? Today, the word that's hanging me up is - seductive. That's a word, right?
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Type in music and the year you were born and pick a gif
@therealSIR3
𝔄𝔲𝔱𝔥𝔬𝔯 𝔖. ℜ𝔬𝔰𝔰
1 year
Type in music and the year you were born and pick a gif
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@amylee_writer
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7 months
This is 59. Yesterday I never got out of my jammies, so I guess technically, this is 59 plus one day🩵
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@amylee_writer
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... much I struggled with the idea of my sister learning about me through my writing. I explained that the poems were not all autobiographical and she said she understood. I wonder though. I guess my point is that the very thing I was terrified of (2of 3)
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
I shall be 60 in December. What age shalt thou be this year?
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@AitchisonJoshua
Joshua Aitchison
3 months
I shall be 49 in August. What age shalt thou be this year?
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
I am desperately behind on nearly everything in my life, but I just completed the 30 days of poetry for National Poetry Month. It's a challenge I never thought I'd be able to complete. I'm REALLY proud of myself, and this is not a normal state for me. 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
5 months
Sorry for the lousy screen grabs, but I'm shaking I'm so excited.
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@amylee_writer
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7 months
Good morning, sweeties 💙Well, I watched Elf for the first time last night. Hmm. Parts were cute. What's your go-to Holiday movie?
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@amylee_writer
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4 months
My Chi-weenie, Pepito the Bad Hat, AKA Pepe, AKA Buddy, crossed the rainbow bridge today. I'll miss you, little guy. He was adorable and vicious and in charge of my household for nearly 14 years.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
And just how long of a poem WOULD you read?
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 months
Bullying and guilting don't work well with me. I read what I want to read, follow who I want to follow. If you don't like it? You can kiss my ass. Sorry for the venting, folks. Just needed to get that out.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
6 months
Tell me about your WIP, so I can cheer you on. This is what I came here for, okay?!💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
4 months
Search your first name + cat in the gif bar and share the best one that comes up.
@sophpen
Sophie Penhaligon
4 months
Search your first name + cat in the gif bar and share the best one that comes up.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 years
Hello Sweet Stars! I hope you have a beautiful day. Not going to be coy. Today's my 58th birthday and I'm feeling the passage of time. Give me a wish and I'll give you one back.💙💙
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@amylee_writer
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3 months
This was from a while ago, but I wanted to share it. My daughter is 36 today. And I can't quite understand where the time went. Please no re-tweets on this post.
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@amylee_writer
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1 year
Just got blocked by someone who wanted to bust into my DMs. I asked that they please not, and they got butthurt because I'm from California. And THIS right here is why I curate who I follow. Thanks, dude, for saving me the trouble! 😊💙PEACE.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
Using a supernatural gif where are you mentally right now?
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@amylee_writer
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1 year
@nate_postlethwt Dissociating to such a strong degree that there are huge blocks of time gone from when my daughter was young. I missed out on so much of her babyhood.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
The heist is once again on. Without taking a new picture what role do you play? I'm the caretaker. I'll keep everyone fed and watered and have a good time doing it.
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@narwhals9
james mullen
1 year
The heist is once again on. Without taking a new picture what role do you play? I walk in darkness like the night. I’ve plotted out the grounds and built an excel file with a timetable for the guards. Follow the charts I gave you and we’ll be fine.
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@amylee_writer
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7 months
My mom made this for me the Christmas before she passed. I haven't unboxed it in a while. Miss you, Mama🩵
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@amylee_writer
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10 months
It with your age 58 no filter
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
6 months
This was a REALLY long time ago, but here I was at 17. Sheesh.
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@HDunn_Writer
Heather
6 months
Drop a photo of you when you were 17
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
You know what I'm able to do today that I couldn't do a year and a half ago? I can say I'm a writer. When I first got active on Twitter, I couldn't even say it. It felt like a dirty word to me—something to be ashamed of. How weird is that? Okay, carry on. 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
5 months
Subtweet - it's not my responsibility to make you feel better about your life, take care of you, or sacrifice my mental well-being to make you or anyone happy. If you choose to misinterpret my kindness for anything but just basic human decency, please
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 years
Deep sigh. Rethinking everything I know about myself.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 month
My daughter will be here for a visit, and I cannot wait to see her. 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
I have to cry the little girl out of me in order to do things that I find hard. Ughhh. So I guess I'm adulting today. Cause I just spent the last hour crying like a baby.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
I was 58 in December Considering I didn't expect to make it beyond 30, yeah I guess I am proud of my age? How about you? Post a picture and tell us your true age. Rock that shit.
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@therealSIR3
𝔄𝔲𝔱𝔥𝔬𝔯 𝔖. ℜ𝔬𝔰𝔰
1 year
Proud of your age? Post a picture and tell us your true age. Rock that shit. 47 this month - all the shit I did, I shouldn't have made it out of my 20's.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
6 months
Taking another stab at my book of poetry. Formatting and such. There are many reasons why I didn't publish in 2023, but I'm going to do it this year. I'm feeling a bit misty right now. 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
I've been living in fear that my first review was going to be bad. But it wasn't. It was nice and the person liked my book. Le sigh.💙 I got my first review on Amazon, and it was good.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Name 2 concerts that you’ve attended representing two opposite extremes in music. K.D. Lang and Grace Jones
@AitchisonJoshua
Joshua Aitchison
1 year
Name 2 concerts that you’ve attended representing two opposite extremes in music. George Winston and Tetrarch
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
You know those days when you absolutely must do certain things, and you're paralyzed with fear, and you just have to work your way through those killing feelings?
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@amylee_writer
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1 year
This is my why.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
By stroke of providence, I am 5 followers away from 2K. So if you know anyone who'd like to follow a slightly odd duck with strange ideas - well, you know. If you know me, you know, no politics, no religion, and no DMs unless I knows ya. Thank you 💙😍💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
6 months
anotherfingercrossedexperiment Babe, Please do the Work - just talking to myself
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 months
I may not be a very good businesswoman. I didn't sell any books. I actually gave one away. Good news? I got to hang out with 2 cool women writers, meet a new gallery owner who paints in a style that makes me swoon. and meet the president of our county Arts Council.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 months
Something to look forward to - My daughter messaged me yesterday to tell me that when we see one another next month, she wants to write music to go with some of my poems. I never thought I'd be able to connect with her in that way and my heart is full.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 years
31 days speaking Dutch, and I can tell you that the rhinoceros has a horn and a tail. yep. 🤣De neushoorn heeft een hoorn en een staart.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
I keep hearing my dog's little claws click-click-clicking on the floor. 💙I miss him.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
9 months
I just can't even with the sex bots. Seems like that's all I'm getting here. You guys too? I'll be scarce for the next few days as I've got house guests coming tomorrow, but I'll be back. Sex bots or no. 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Best movie soundtrack? GIFs only.
@DavidMiddleham
David Middleham
1 year
Best movie soundtrack? GIFs only.
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1 year
I just like this.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
5 months
Vague post # 729 Have you ever done something that you were really worried was a bad idea but you did it anyway because your heart is open and to NOT do it would be to close your heart off to the universe? Oh. Just me?
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
6 months
@RHolemanWrites I'm tempted to choose an unrequited crush, but what if they're chatty in the morning? Eternity is long, and my partner knows better than to talk to me first thing. 🤣
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 months
Some days are just sort of sad. I don't need anyone to fix me. Just acknowledging feelings.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
QT a picture of a younger you ~1990
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@RHolemanWrites
Richard Holeman
3 months
QT a picture of a younger you ~2000
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
8 months
@RHolemanWrites I'm sorry for your loss.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
QT with your age. This is me back in December when I turned 58. 🥰
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@amylee_writer
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8 months
This is a lovely Twitter circle 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
7 months
Why does adulting make me so squirmy? I was practically in tears trying to do grown-up banking stuff. Why is my brain like this? No lies; I begged the woman on the phone not to abandon me. Sheesh.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
8 months
Welcome to my illness-induced epiphany - I don't have to fix all of the things. Asking for help doesn't mean I am weak. It's okay for me to rest.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
4 months
Bird with a Bright Object is available. Your favorite bookseller can order it through Ingram, or you can get it wherever you order your books 💙If you want a signed copy, I've ordered books for that but haven't received them yet. I am so excited I can't even express 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Ever write something that is so essentially you that you cry with relief and heartbreak.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Good morning, you crazy, beautiful diamonds. I'm feeling all Pink Floyd this morning. Here's a secret from me - even though I've been dumped by my editor for reasons, I'm still going to keep writing. Will it be any good? Okay, now you.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
5 months
I want to see the coolest photo on your phone that you actually took.
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@RHolemanWrites
Richard Holeman
5 months
I want to see the coolest photo on your phone that you actually took yourself. No selfies. Go!
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@amylee_writer
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4 months
So this is happening, and very soon. The whole process has been more mysterious than I'd like. But here's what I know: I should get my copy in a week or so. Then it will be available anywhere for purchase or you can order from me if you want a signed copy. 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Good morning, sparrows 💙I hope your day sings beautifully 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
8 months
Good morning, partridges 💙 Not my best day, but trying to salvage the wreckage. I wanted to say something cheery, but it felt like false positivity and I'm not having that. I'm working to make it better. Hugs.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Good morning, Beauties 💙I'm still on my music bender (ALWAYS). So if you care to, drop the names of your favorite bands/musicians. I like all genres, so go wild. And Happy Independence Day!
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 month
There's a pretty big fire burning about 26 miles from where I live. It's very windy here and smoky. Terrible air quality. Hey folks, it's fire season and coming kind of early this year. I think we'll be fine, but I've packed, ready to evacuate if needed. 😬
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
9 months
Good morning, dear hearts💙Today started great! Then my feelings got hurt by two different people. That's a me problem, and so I'm going to be looking to start today over and find my center again. Be kind to each other.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Part 6 of the Psychic is ready to read on Medium. I hope you'll give it a try and give it some claps!
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 months
Wish me Luck🩵 going up the hill sell my book at second Saturday 🩵
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Good morning, sweetlings 💙I may be quieter the next week or so (or perhaps I'll be louder, who can guess?), but it doesn't mean I don't wish you well and all love. Spread kindness in your travels, no matter how far you roam. Yes, please 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
Making my Sophomore fantasies come true tonight🩵
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
9 months
Good morning, Squirrels 💙What's that ONE song I absolutely must have on my happy Monday playlist? And OMG, I won't be adding Walking on Sunshine. I just won't. But other than that, go crazy. I'll make a Spotify Playlist with our choices. 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Which one would you choose? I'd have to choose Ability to Teleport.
@debedee21
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@amylee_writer
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5 months
Good morning, Mini Daffodils 💙The other day, when I was pruning and weeding my front yard, I saw the first signs of spring, and I was so pleased. The daffodils are always the first to brave the elements, and I so appreciate them.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
anymore, if my eyes are open the glasses are on.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
11 months
I just published my poem, My Body of Work, please leave some claps. This is my first work published through RanchHandAgency, and I'd love to thank them for helping me get my work out there.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
7 months
When you were 18, what do you think was your favorite movie? Blade Runner. But also, Cat People.
@Faerlis
John the Dragon
7 months
When you were 18, what do you think was your favorite movie??? 🤔
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Good morning, darlings 💙Feeling like things are a little off. So I'm sending out extra servings of love and kindness to anyone who needs it.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
There are people in this community and in the world, who will never truly SEE me. And while my Toxic Trait is that I always want to please everyone, realistically, that's not possible. I'm gaining acceptance around this. Little by little.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
Have gone done the rabbit hole of top 40 songs from 1968 - 1973 and now I've got Sweet Caroline stuck in my brain. And American Pie, Hitchin' a Ride, and a bunch of other songs. And if I did this right, maybe you do too?
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
11 months
Really don't want my BFF to leave 🩵
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
6 months
Post your latest selfie
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
5 months
I am not everyone's cup of tea. And not everyone is mine. But if I like you, I like you whether it makes sense or not.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Good morning, gentle souls. Worthiness, belonging, fitting in. Those are hard ones, and I struggle each day to keep showing up as a creative, a mother, a partner, and a human being. How do you show up for yourself? What's your self-care secret?
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
6 months
Good morning, sweeties 💙There is goodness in the world. Sometimes we really must search for it, but it is there.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
7 months
Good morning, dear ones 💙 Ever wake up and feel out of sorts for no particular reason? That's how I feel. But I'm working on a cool (I hope) multi-part story, so I'm just going to focus on my writing and get through the day. Sending hugs 💙
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Someone just told me I was their favorite poet. I brushed her off because, ME. But seriously, I don't think I've ever been anyone's favorite anything and now the waterworks have started. So, thank you, even if you were being polite, it felt AMAZING.🫣 💙🥹
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
7 months
Good morning, poppets 💙May your day be healthy, beautiful, and filled with kindness.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
3 months
Dear Marketers, Publishers, Promoters, Editors. The reason I don't follow you back? The moment I do, you slide into my DMs like you wanna date me. Read my Bio. Behave yourself.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
10 months
I need external validation for my writing. And chances are, if you're any sort of creative, you do too. Will you please drop your links here or just stop by and tell me how you're doing. I miss our weird, wonderful community here.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Good morning, lovelies 💙 Have a beautiful day 💙Write good words, tell good stories. Okay? Okay! Oh. And hugs.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
I'm closing in on 1500 followers (relax, it'll be a while), but I'm just wondering how I should celebrate and thank you for hanging out with me in this often super cool place. Any ideas? Keep it friendly, please.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Good morning, gentle souls - What's your plan? Maybe for the next few hours, maybe for the day. I'll put mine in the comments.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
What say you? Too many Amy's?
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Little snow, yippee!
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 months
Do you ever look at your posts and realize your words are so disjointed and weird that it's like you've never written anything at all? Oh, just me? Carry on, nothing to see here.🙄😂
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
1 year
Spectacular sky tonight 🩵 Be love, friends.
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 years
Gigantic hair, don't care
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@amylee_writer
AmyLee Writer
2 years
Yes, I did wash my crystals and lay them out on my dining room table. Powerful wolf moon energy here.
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