Hyperlinks/Facebook/Euthanasia/Weasel Words/Stuffed Peppers

1.  The Blogging Bistro gives us a tutorial on 6 Easy Steps to Creating the Perfect Hyperlink. Whether you're a writer or blogger or both, you'll find this guide helpful.

2.  Lisa Hall-Wilson guest posts at Writers in the Storm, asking "Are you sharing too much of the wrong thing on Facebook?"

3.  WND reports on European Court's ruling that approved the killing of an injured patient. Years ago, many warned about the slippery slope we were heading down when abortion was approved. When one life is treated as unimportant, no one is safe.

4.  Zoe M. McCarthy talks about "weasel words" that can suck the life out of your writing.

5.  Sweetie Mom is a fan of Stuffed Italian Peppers. I found a version for the crockpot that I'd like to try one of these days. Check it out on the Kraft Recipes website.

Writers:  What weasel words appear in your writing? "Just" is the one that keeps me on my toes.

Readers:  Have you tried any recipes from the Internet? Please share.

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To Pin or Not to Pin

With all the social media sites out there, how do you decide which ones will be fun and effective, but not take up every waking moment of your life?

1) Recommendations from friends

My friend, Miriam, dragged me onto Facebook. I'm glad I listened to her because I've connected with family and friends. It's a quick way to communicate important news flashes, prayer requests, and share pictures.

While blogging is still my favorite venue, Facebook has added another dimension to the relationships planted there.

2)  What are bloggers saying about the site?

I'd say I first heard of Pinterest about 2 years ago. (Yeah, I'm a little slow jumping onto new trends.) It seemed like everyone was talking about it in the blogosphere.

Another friend, Jean Fischer, is on top of technology and wrote a post about Pinterest. By this time, curiosity was building like steam in a pressure cooker. Oh, did I mention that I met Jean on Facebook?

3)  What kind of social media sites are recommended by publishers?

Helping Hands Press, my publisher, is super big on social media. Pinterest, Facebook, Goodreads, and Twitter are on the top of their list. I signed the contract, and added Pinterest and Goodreads to my daily rounds.

I love magazines and have clipped recipes and articles over the years. Pinterest is a virtual bulletin board. I can "pin" items I like on my boards for future reference. Right now, I'm collecting gardening tips. When the weather turns balmy, I'm ready to plant my flowers and veggies.

New connections are being forged with people, who might not venture near my blog or become a Facebook friend. The best part: I'm enjoying the ride.

Writers: How did you select the social media sites you frequent?

Readers: What draws you to Facebook or Pinterest?

The Blog Tour Stops Here Today:  Diane Estrella 
                                                           Cecelia Lester

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