Alison Ward
@theeditingward.bsky.social
Freelance editor and proofreader (academic, medical, legal). Copy editor for content teams. Lover of running, red pens, and coffee.
www.TheEditingWard.com
www.TheEditingWard.com
I was coming here to respond, “This, but with books!” 💛
November 10, 2025 at 8:49 PM
I was coming here to respond, “This, but with books!” 💛
Well I will take that compliment! I’m on a quest to learn ALL the things I don’t know (Once upon a time, I excelled at burning pudding…the one where you mix the premade packet with milk on the stovetop? 🤦🏻♀️).
November 10, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Well I will take that compliment! I’m on a quest to learn ALL the things I don’t know (Once upon a time, I excelled at burning pudding…the one where you mix the premade packet with milk on the stovetop? 🤦🏻♀️).
Can’t do it 😂! I love oatmeal, but it’s a textural issue (overnight). Have a big batch cooking one (you can portion it for week) somewhere if you’d like. Mush is right.
November 3, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Can’t do it 😂! I love oatmeal, but it’s a textural issue (overnight). Have a big batch cooking one (you can portion it for week) somewhere if you’d like. Mush is right.
My favorite: “What if you cut some services? Like, don’t check the punctuation?” 😳 That’s not how this works. When you order a burger and say no pickles, do they charge less? That got through. “Maybe you can recommend someone?” No. #FreelanceFriends
October 30, 2025 at 5:13 PM
My favorite: “What if you cut some services? Like, don’t check the punctuation?” 😳 That’s not how this works. When you order a burger and say no pickles, do they charge less? That got through. “Maybe you can recommend someone?” No. #FreelanceFriends
Oh, I get this, too. It’s infuriating. #FreelanceFriends
October 30, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Oh, I get this, too. It’s infuriating. #FreelanceFriends
Friends helping friends: A reminder that most of the candy goes on sale for 50% off the day after Halloween. #FreelanceFriends
October 30, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Friends helping friends: A reminder that most of the candy goes on sale for 50% off the day after Halloween. #FreelanceFriends
E. All of the above! I get great advice from all of you. I live vicariously through the amazing pet photos (allergy life), and it’s nice to connect with a WFH community in different areas. #FreelanceFriends
October 30, 2025 at 4:45 PM
E. All of the above! I get great advice from all of you. I live vicariously through the amazing pet photos (allergy life), and it’s nice to connect with a WFH community in different areas. #FreelanceFriends
Yes! And seeing them in their costumes in the grocery store, doctor’s office, library, etc. in the week or two leading up to the holiday is my favorite. Love the parents that encourage that continued excitement (or just don’t want to argue 🤣). #FreelanceFriends
October 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Yes! And seeing them in their costumes in the grocery store, doctor’s office, library, etc. in the week or two leading up to the holiday is my favorite. Love the parents that encourage that continued excitement (or just don’t want to argue 🤣). #FreelanceFriends
Thank you 😊. I keep meaning to ask, I finally made it to TJs but no salted caramel chips. Do you know if they’re seasonal?#FreelanceFriends
October 30, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Thank you 😊. I keep meaning to ask, I finally made it to TJs but no salted caramel chips. Do you know if they’re seasonal?#FreelanceFriends
Oh…I would absolutely try this. Anything + peanut butter. #FreelanceFriends
October 30, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Oh…I would absolutely try this. Anything + peanut butter. #FreelanceFriends
Afternoon, #FreelanceFriends! Chiming in from Central NJ. Consulting editor, proofreader, overthinker, and amateur baker. I do not like candy corn. However, I have an unabashed love of raisinettes (specifically the dark chocolate, so take from that what you will).
October 30, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Afternoon, #FreelanceFriends! Chiming in from Central NJ. Consulting editor, proofreader, overthinker, and amateur baker. I do not like candy corn. However, I have an unabashed love of raisinettes (specifically the dark chocolate, so take from that what you will).
Aww, Amy! Thank you 🥹.
October 28, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Aww, Amy! Thank you 🥹.
Thanks for the reminder. Forgot to add the Thursday tag. Will repost.
October 28, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Thanks for the reminder. Forgot to add the Thursday tag. Will repost.
I’m just going to request to second this because it’s so nicely written. Much appreciated, everyone! Hope to see you next week. And feel better, @sandyhubbard.bsky.social! #FreelanceFriends
October 23, 2025 at 5:11 PM
I’m just going to request to second this because it’s so nicely written. Much appreciated, everyone! Hope to see you next week. And feel better, @sandyhubbard.bsky.social! #FreelanceFriends
Kids tell it like it is. And I was in no position to argue 😂. #FreelanceFriends
October 23, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Kids tell it like it is. And I was in no position to argue 😂. #FreelanceFriends
Seconding this. Nature is the best medicine. #FreelanceFriends
October 23, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Seconding this. Nature is the best medicine. #FreelanceFriends
Oh, wow! Could’ve fooled me. I love this!
Sincerely, an ex-teacher who once had a child take her chalk (yes, chalk) when I was illustrating a story because she could draw it better. She definitely could. #FreelanceFriends
Sincerely, an ex-teacher who once had a child take her chalk (yes, chalk) when I was illustrating a story because she could draw it better. She definitely could. #FreelanceFriends
October 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Oh, wow! Could’ve fooled me. I love this!
Sincerely, an ex-teacher who once had a child take her chalk (yes, chalk) when I was illustrating a story because she could draw it better. She definitely could. #FreelanceFriends
Sincerely, an ex-teacher who once had a child take her chalk (yes, chalk) when I was illustrating a story because she could draw it better. She definitely could. #FreelanceFriends
Oh, I do love that hashtag. Petition to bring that around again soon? #FreelanceFriends #AddingTheSnark
October 23, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Oh, I do love that hashtag. Petition to bring that around again soon? #FreelanceFriends #AddingTheSnark
I would love to see one of these when you do! #FreelanceFriends
October 23, 2025 at 4:51 PM
I would love to see one of these when you do! #FreelanceFriends
Spite AND snark? Count me in! #FreelanceFriends
October 23, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Spite AND snark? Count me in! #FreelanceFriends