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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Aug 16

In today's edition of #twintoddlerlife:

Twin A told his Gran: "Moo-Ma if you eat too many chips you'll go sideways. You're going to get fatter"

Almost falling off her chair Grab replied
"Grannies are meant to be fat & cuddly"

Twin A was dumbstruck.

#BoyMom #toddler #truth #humor #LOL #funny

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Aug 3

In today's edition of #twintoddlerlife:

Twin B declared very seriously Mommy doesn't dance, she does things. No dancing for you! 🫵🏻

Sorry #DaftPunk. I wasn't aware.

💃🏻🕺🏻🪩📻

#BoyMom #toddler #MomLife
#twins #kids #cute #humor #funny #LOL #thingskidssay #dancemom #shakeitoff #talk #toddlertalk

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Aug 1

It's off to Australia on a convict ship for you #Donald. Didn't you know the 3rd crime of buying or receiving stolen goods, jewels and plate was punishable by transportation?

#19crimes #Straya #humor #LoL #FridayFun #fun #history #DonaldDuck #theft #Combover #plates #pun #MAGA #AI #digitalart

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Aug 1

In today's edition of #twintoddlerlife:

Twin B wouldn't shower without his imagery friends Bix & Bobby.

Negotiations ended with a Monster Truck & foam in the shower settlement. B&B were pleased - Mom 0, thin air 1.

#BoyMom #toddler #MomLife
#twins #kids #cute #humor #funny #LOL #thingskidssay

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Aug 1

Thanks, do you find the break effective?

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Aug 1

Out of interest what length are your manuscripts generally? Do you find that gives you enough headspace to review with 'fresh eyes?'

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 27

Hey #writingcommunity and #5amwritingclub. How much time do you let a manuscript sit before diving into edits and rewrite? Then, how do you know when to get back into it?

👀ing for others experiences & suggestions. Heard 2 months before, but interested to👂🏻what others do.

#AmWriting #AmEditing

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 20

In today's edition of #twintoddlerlife:

Twin A's cracked the code & achieved 3 things all Mothers fear:

1. Unlocking locks;
2. Using a step ladder to get up high; &
3. Unscrewing lids.

HELP!

#BoyMom #toddler #MomLife
#twins #kids #cute #humor #bikepark #funny #LOL #thingskidssay #unicorn #help

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 20

Haunting 🫶🏻

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 20

Words I've either recently discovered or kind of adore:

💭 Presentiment
🔪 Perfidy
👢 Squelch
😘 Dilligaf
🗣️ Bafflegab
👻 Peely-wally
😈 Schadenfreude

#vocabulary #AmWriting #AmEditing #words #AuthorSky #language #writingcommunity #lingo

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 17

It's off to Australia on a convict ship for you #Viktor&Rolf. The 2010 SS collection broke the 13th crime punishable by transportation. Exhibit A: Holy Gown - evidence of 'assaulting, cutting or burning clothes.'

#19crimes #Straya #humor #LoL #fashion #fun #history #avantgarde #prom #Hautecouture

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 17

Started using index cards for writing.

Why?

1. Visibility: Index cards + table = The big picture, no zoom or drag.

2. Flexibility: I can move, add & remove index cards & still see the whole outline.

3. No distractions: Me, my pen & brain that's it = intentional creative.

#AmEditing #AmWriting

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 16

In today's edition of #twintoddlerlife:

Twin A has a girlfriend.

He met her at the bike park racing his 🛴. He named her "Unicorn" 🦄.

🫶🏻🤦‍♀️🌹

#BoyMom #toddler #MomLife
#twins #kids #cute #humor #bikepark #funny #LOL #thingskidssay #unicorn

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 14

Remember the Time The Bangles Walked Like an Egyptian & Michael Jackson, Iman, Magic Johnson & Eddie Murphy danced in Pharaoh Ramesses court?

Well, impersonating an Egyptian was the 5th reason you could be sent to Australia as a convict.

#19crimes #Straya #humor #LoL #MichaelJackon #fun #history

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 13

In today's edition of #twintoddlerlife:

Twin B thanked the microwave for cooking his instant porridge.

That's the kind of human - mechanical interaction I want to see.

#BoyMom #toddler #MomLife
#twins #kids #cute #humor #AI #funny #LOL #thingskidssay #microwave

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jul 1

I don't know about anyone else but I am so frustrated with the first chapter of my novel.

I feel like I have to get it perfect but I'm still not happy with it.
Sometimes I feel like this is never going to end and I'll never have a print worthy manuscript.

#venting #writingcommunity #authorsky

I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jun 24

Fantasy 3 Book Challenge 💙📚

Choose 3 fantasy series
Name the series
Post 1x book from the series a day from most to least favourite
Repeat for 3x fantasy series
No explanations
No reviews just covers
#BookSky #Books
#BookChallenge
#fantasy3challenge
#fantasy3books #favs

The Mistborn Trilogy

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jun 16

Fantasy 3 Book Challenge 💙📚

Choose 3 fantasy series
Name the series
Post 1x book from the series a day from most to least favourite
Repeat for 3x fantasy series
No explanations
No reviews just covers
#BookSky #Books
#BookChallenge
#fantasy3challenge
#fantasy3books #favs

The Mistborn Trilogy

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jun 12

Fantasy 3 Book Challenge 💙📚

Choose 3 fantasy series
Name the series
Post 1x book from the series a day from most to least favourite
Repeat for 3x fantasy series
No explanations
No reviews just covers
#BookSky #Books
#BookChallenge
#fantasy3challenge
#fantasy3books #favs

The Mistborn Trilogy

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jun 12

Suggested reading/listening for the #WritingCommunity, #AuthorSky and #BookSky communities. SOLVED with Mark Mason #MarkManson #NonFicton #podcast

I'm currently going through the free Values workbook pdf & finding it really valuable for developing my characters

open.spotify.com/show/11VjrLJ...

SOLVED with Mark Manson

Podcast · Mark Manson · Welcome to SOLVED, the podcast where life’s hardest questions get the full treatment. No fluff, no filler—just brutal honesty and evidence-based insight. Hosted by Mark Manson,...

open.spotify.com

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jun 1

Note I know it hasn't been released, that's why it's last. But it didn't feel right not to include it in the list 🫶🏻

I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · Jun 1

Fantasy 3 Book Challenge 💙📚

Choose 3 fantasy series
Name the series
Post 1x book from the series a day from most to least favourite
Repeat for 3x fantasy series
No explanations
No reviews just covers
#BookSky #Books
#BookChallenge
#fantasy3challenge
#fantasy3books #favs

The King Killer Chronicles

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · May 30

In today's edition of #twintoddlerlife:

I think I need a priest. Twin B is either possessed or simply a ginger.

😈🥕🤦‍♀️⛪

#BoyMom #toddler #MomLife
#twins #kids #deathmetal #humor #anarchy #redheads #ScottTenorman #ScottTenormanMustDie #Gingervitus

I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · May 30

Preaching to the choir here 🌼It's kind of funny because often the prologue is actually the crux of the entire novel - either through setting tone, backstory, theme, foreshadowing etc.

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I. K. Strass @ikstrass.bsky.social · May 30

Fantasy 3 Book Challenge 💙📚

Choose 3 fantasy series
Name the series
Post 1x book from the series a day from most to least favourite
Repeat for 3x fantasy series
No explanations
No reviews just covers
#BookSky #Books
#BookChallenge
#fantasy3challenge
#fantasy3books #favs

The King Killer Chronicles

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