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Janus words: Two-faced creatures

Posted on March 26, 2018 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

A recent Merriam-Webster blog sheds light on one of the many ironies of the English language. The phenomenon of Janus words. According to Wikipedia, Janus is the god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, doorways, passages, and endings. He has … Continue reading →

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Consider This Before You Write or Text

Posted on February 26, 2018 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

it’s or its? If it is a contraction of it is, then it should be it’s. So: It’s time for us to get a new bell.   If it is the possessive (a pronoun that indicates that something belongs), then … Continue reading →

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Daydreaming of summer in winter

Posted on February 23, 2018 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

The invigorating feeling of ice-cold lemonade running down the back of your throat, after gardening all morning in the sun. The funky, happy notes of Hugh Masakela’s flugelhorn as you jam to “Grazin’ in the Grass,” while barbequing chicken on … Continue reading →

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Time for a poetic interlude

Posted on January 16, 2018 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

Daydreaming Shoes I brought some tomatoes to market To sell for a dollar or two I’m trying to raise enough money To buy me some magical shoes   The shoes are encrusted with diamonds And fitted with drones in the … Continue reading →

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How does copyright law affect my work?

Posted on January 11, 2018 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

There are basic rules to be aware of regarding copyright law in the United States. Continue reading →

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