Monthly Archives: July 2011

Top 10 Favorite Movies

Posted on July 25, 2011 by robinaburrows

Part of what makes a movie (or any piece of writing good) is what the viewer brings with them. Viewers connect with certain story types better when they have a certain emotional state. We bring meaning with us, and as our experiences change, so can the meaning of our favorite movies. These change frequently, but … Continue reading »

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Poem: Empty by Robin A. Burrows

Posted on July 23, 2011 by robinaburrows

I have decided to start posting some writing samples on this website from time to time. I wrote this poem as a response to the Writers Digest Wednesday poetry prompt to write an “empty” poem. Empty By Robin A. Burrows Blind words Crawl the path To the stone arch Uncrossed. Crystal cylinders Swirl inside a … Continue reading »

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It’s All In The Presentation

Posted on July 18, 2011 by robinaburrows

I am a big fan of movies and tv shows. Probably because of the storytelling parallels to books. My taste in movies typically follows my taste in books: something that includes an element of fantasy, science fiction, quirky characters or romantic intrigue - usually catch my attention. Recently, I stumbled across a new tv show (new … Continue reading »

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Joey No Tail’s Search for a Home

Posted on July 16, 2011 by robinaburrows

I have been working on a children’s picture book with my friend, Tim Robbins, and am finally ready to share some information about it. The story is based on a concept by Doreen Crawford, but the words are mine, and all of the illustrations are the original work of Tim Robbins. The working title is: Joey … Continue reading »

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Infinite Possibilities

Posted on July 11, 2011 by robinaburrows

I recently had the most vivid dream of my life. Normally most nights, I don’t remember dreaming. When I do, it is usually a blur of randomness, or very occasionally, it is a strongly emotional dream which I am awoken during (and that’s probably the only reason I remember it for the next few hours before … Continue reading »

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Promotion Winners

Posted on July 5, 2011 by robinaburrows

      The month of June has flown by and now it’s time to announce the winners of the “LIKE” To Win Promotion! Each winner will receive an autographed copy of my recently published poetry book, Of Hearts and Souls. Winners have 72 hours (that’s 3 days) to claim their prize or a new name will … Continue reading »

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Independence Day Wishes

Posted on July 4, 2011 by robinaburrows

When I was a child, I was fascinated with fireworks. It may have had something to do with the fact that my parents thought we would blow our fingers off if they ever let us set off our own fireworks. Living in the middle of nowhere, you either set off your own fireworks, went to … Continue reading »

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