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When we decide we want to be a writer, that’s what we want to do—write. Craft. Create. We’re in that romantic phase. We’re in love with the idea of writing, the writing world, and our glorious perception of what the future holds for us. For some, reality sinks in fairly quickly. For others, it takes a while. Novices march to …
Wow. A little word that conveys so much. When we hear people say it, we snap to. Surprise, elation, or maybe even fear or disappointment—whatever emotion wow evokes, it moves us. Today, let’s focus on the feel good aspect of wow. (Because as you surely know by now, I’m all about encouragement.) Without further ado, here are your 6 Wednesday …
Last weekend we kicked off spring break with a trip to one of our favorite places—Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri. We love it! Silver Dollar City is a family owned, Christian oriented theme park nestled deep within the Ozark foothills. This family getaway has it all—rides galore, quaint eateries, shopping venues, singing, variety shows, a cave, and more! Fireman’s …
Ever hanker for something different? Well, Billy Gail’s Cafe near Branson, Missouri is sure to fit that bill. Last weekend, we kick-started spring break by meandering down south a ways to this delightfully deelish cafe, owned by the lovely Gail Blong—widow to Billy who passed away in 2012. I came across this profile of the place in our wonderful Rural …
Friday! Friday! The best day of the week! Years ago this was the theme song of our children’s favorite teacher. Every Friday, Mrs. M (a much-adored teaching veteran) would meander down to the principal’s office, hijack the PA system, and belt out those favorite words of students and teachers alike. “Hey everyone! Know what day this is?” After the lead-in …
Comfortable. I even like the word. It makes me feel…well…comfortable. Just rolling the word around on my tongue evokes images of warm, fuzzy bedroom slippers and soft, cozy furniture. It makes me long for a field of wildflowers and a bed of green grass! Comfortable can be a real place or a euphoric sense of well-being. When we think of …
Never. Eat. Soggy. Wheat. Teachers and directionally challenged folks know what that one means. Can you guess? If you whip out your cell phone, compass, or other navigational device, you’ll see the earth’s reference points: North, South, East, and West. Or in school, some students might learn their directions the good, ol’ fashioned way—by coloring the handout with the pretty …
Woo-hoo! Today’s the day–I’m celebrating the kick-off of my first newsletter! Thank you, friend, for taking this journey with me! If you’ve subscribed, by now my (March 2015) newsletter should have reached your inbox. In my début venture, I shared something so poignant that the memory still lingers although the event happened decades ago. I also shared additional funsies and …
Feeling blah? Bored? A little down-in-the-mouth? Well, you’ve come to the right place—it’s time for your daily grin and your 60 second recharge! No need to comb your hair, brush your teeth, or put on your fancy duds. We don’t keep up with the Joneses here. Just settle back, have a swig, and take a minute to recharge. Feel a …
Wait! Don’t shake your head and say, “Nope! Not me!” Pause, take a deep breath, and let’s chat for a few minutes. Are you a writer? A creative? Someone with a passion for people? Do you like to share and encourage? See! I knew it. Today I want to talk about newsletters from a fiction writer’s perspective, but my thoughts …
