A final sneak peek
I haven’t written many of my trademark witty posts lately. I’m sorry about that. I tried to think of something funny to write about today, but I got nothin’. Actually, I have several things…but I...
View ArticleThe End is Nigh…
If we were dating, I would tell you it’s not you, it’s me. I would hold your hand and tell you that we’re not breaking up – I just need a little space. I need some me-time. That’s what I would say if...
View ArticleSpring Break Photo of the Day: The End
The End The END THE END! THEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEENNNNNNNNNNNDDDDDDDD! I finished my book last night. Over ten years of research – of starting and stopping, writing and tossing. Tears....
View ArticleOn writing and grief and finishing that book
I finished my initial read through of the book last night. My first reaction? Thank God it’s not too bad. I’ve never done this whole writing a 450 page novel thing. This is my first rodeo, so I didn’t...
View ArticleThe Peace and Comfort of Art Created
I am deep in the trenches of editing my book, which is more overwhelming than it sounds. As I read through it a second time, this time with the words of those who have read and offered constructive...
View ArticleLeaving…on a jet plane
I’m off to California today for a week of writing and editing, creating and imagining, laughing and crying, eating and more eating. It’s time for our annual Creative Weekend in the hills of Northern...
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I am continuing to revel in inspiration this week, as well as being blessed by friends who love me so much, they even work hard behind the scenes to surprise me. Jenni came to town for our trip – my...
View Article31 Days: Character Development
UPDATE: When I set out to write this series of posts, I NEVER imagined it would be as popular as it has become. But in the almost year since I published this series, it’s gotten consistent traffic,...
View Article31 Days: You Can Write A Book
UPDATE: When I set out to write this series of posts, I NEVER imagined it would be as popular as it has become. But in the almost year since I published this series, it’s gotten consistent traffic,...
View ArticleNester Says Dance, and All I’ve Got is a Hobble
This photo embodies the carefree nature of childhood. That we could all be so free… Friends, I’m afraid my time on this blog is drawing to a close. It hurts my heart to write those words, it really...
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