"Those who write clearly have readers; those who write obscurely have commentators." --Albert Camus
by Michelle Hutchinson If you’ve ever educated young people on the dangers of binge drinking or written a letter to your legislator to support funding for nurses in public schools, you’ve been involved in a public health initiative. If you live a community that has clean water coming out of the tap or has an [...]
By Michelle Hutchinson I guess you could say I’m on a roll here. I started off the year with advice on choosing a gym, and last week, I posted tips on getting acclimated to step aerobics. Continuing with the exercise theme, I thought I’d provide some advice on cycling classes (also known as spin classes), [...]
By Michelle Hutchinson “Knee lift! L-step! Rocking horse!” What the heck!? The first time I tried a step aerobics class and heard the instructor call out those terms, I had no idea what to do. I felt like I was listening to a new language. Add my lack of coordination to the mix and it’s [...]
By Michelle Hutchinson Prediction: Next week at this time, when I walk into my gym, the equipment areas and classes will be more packed than ever. That’s something I like to see because it means that more people have resolved to get healthier in the new year, and if people are healthier, it means medical [...]
I've never been one to follow conventional wisdom—at least when it doesn't make sense to me—and I'm not about to start now. Conventional wisdom says to limit your blog to one topic (e.g., writing) or to related topics (e.g., writing, reading, publishing), but my interests are too diverse.
While a good deal of this blog will be devoted to writing, editing, and resumes, I'll also explore topics in health, science, education, and a smattering of other areas. After all, I'm not only an editor and writer, but I am or have been a dentist, teacher, naval officer, environmental researcher, wife, parent, and pet owner.
I hope you'll take some time to provide comments on the posts.
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