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Month: July 2019

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Getting Rid of My Enemy, the Ganglion Cyst

On July 28, 2019January 23, 2021 By Sean D. LaytonIn Houseguest, Humor13 Comments

My old nemesis, the ganglion cyst had returned. Clearly, one of us had to go.

Sample Chapter: The Big Reveal

On July 23, 2019January 23, 2021 By Sean D. LaytonIn Humor, Sean's Non-Fiction, Writing16 Comments

When my sister called up and told me she had something important to tell me, I had no idea what to expect.

My Poem on Spillwords Press

On July 20, 2019 By Sean D. LaytonIn Poetry, Published, Writing18 Comments

Thanks to Spillwords Press for publishing my poem Diminuendo.

How I Gained a Mexican Mom

On July 17, 2019January 23, 2021 By Sean D. LaytonIn Humor14 Comments

After my mom died, I had a huge hole in my life. Then I met a hair stylist who became my Mexican mom and gave me advice and good haircuts.

No Reblog Button? No Problem!

On July 14, 2019January 23, 2021 By Sean D. LaytonIn Blogging6 Comments

Yes, my Reblog button is still missing in action. But here's a step-by-step guide on how people can reblog using the WordPress share button.

Welcome Aboard the Night Terror Express!

On July 11, 2019January 23, 2021 By Sean D. LaytonIn Humor19 Comments

How bad was my dream? Well, it ended up in an expensive ambulance ride.

No Comfort in Sleep

On July 8, 2019January 23, 2021 By Sean D. LaytonIn Human Interest17 Comments

Man, I had the worst dream last night. Or maybe the second worst. Anyway, heads up, faithful manateans -- this isn't a typical light-hearted or funny post, so feel free to hit the ejection button. Things will definitely be more light-hearted in the next post.

2nd Sunshine Blogger

On July 6, 2019 By Sean D. LaytonIn Blogging20 Comments

I'd like to thank the gracious Sheqo for nominating me for a Sunshine Blogger Award and apologize that it took me so long to post a response (I was out of the country and then life got in the way). Anyway, it is much appreciated! Make sure you stop by and check her site out www.sheqoz.com where …

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About Sean Layton

Born in the UK, I have lived most of my life under the blazing Arizona sun. Okay, that’s a lie, I’ve been sheltering in the air-conditioned indoors. Anyway, I’m a starving writer with an MFA in creative writing (screenwriting & fiction) from ASU.

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