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Norma Thatcher, Author

Welcome to my blog! Sometimes I’ll offer advice about public speaking. Maybe I’ll tell you a story. Or perhaps I’ll make you laugh, teach you something interesting, or help you think a bit differently on a topic. Please consider subscribing so you don’t miss any of my posts.

 

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Add a Little Color, Will You?

Add a Little Color, Will You?

My introduction to the works of Alexandra Stoddard was on a shelf at a used bookstore as I was planning the design of our home. Her book Alexandra Stoddard’s Book of Color…Discovering the Joy of Color in Your Everyday Life caught my eye. Printed in...

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I Spy An Influencer

I Spy An Influencer

When our grandsons were about 9 and 12, my husband and I took them to the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC. At that time, part of the...

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The Missing Piece of the Puzzle

The Missing Piece of the Puzzle

At a cost of one dollar, the children’s book was a real steal. I just checked online, and the list price is $75. The reason for the steep price tag...

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Making Faces

Making Faces

When Tim was about three and learning about emotions, he’d have me go through a range at his command. “Make a happy face, Mommy.” When I’d oblige,...

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Sharing Wisdom, Part 2

Sharing Wisdom, Part 2

Forbes Magazine says that the best leaders do this one rare thing. It just so happens to be what I did in last week’s post; share wisdom I had...

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Revisiting Wisdom

Revisiting Wisdom

I am a (mostly) self-taught, lifelong learner. Oh yes…I’m one who takes copious notes. Research shows that hand-written notes make a better...

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Do Not Go Gentle

Do Not Go Gentle

Funerals are likely not anyone’s favorite place to be. I personally find funerals soothing in some way. Someone has died, and the people who love,...

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