Monthly Archives: January 2012

Skating on your Ankles by Joseph Franklin Hedge

Skating on your Ankles by Joseph Franklin Hedge.

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Skating on your Ankles by Joseph Franklin Hedge

(Forward) January in Kansas is supposed to be cold, snowy, and blustery.  But not this year.   It hit 60 Friday.  I’m usually a cold weather wimp.  My preferred winter activity is sitting in front of the fireplace with a cup … Continue reading

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A Dollar In The Jar (by K.P. Kollenborn)

When you’re lucky, you get someone who believes in your art.  That’s very pleasant.  However, when the planets align perfectly, you get someone who can teach you how to hone your craft.  Someone like Leonard Bishop, our inspiration for this … Continue reading

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Writers, Gather ‘Round!

Writers, Gather ‘Round!.

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Writers, Gather ‘Round!

Imagine a hundred years ago on a  frigid winter afternoon… You trudge through the snow.  The cold freezes your breath on your wool scarf.  The crystals scratch against your lips. Even your eyeballs ache.  Relief is straight ahead.  The Mercantile … Continue reading

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Dare To Be Great! An Homage to Leonard Bishop

Welcome to Pen In Hand!  We are a “League of Dreamers and Writers” linked by curiosity, imagination, and love of writing.  All of us in some way have been touched by Mr. Leonard Bishop, a wonderful mentor and writer.  He … Continue reading

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