Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Encouragement for writers”
I love beautiful plants, flowers, trees, and shrubs. I’m in awe of the people who grow them. My mama is one of those people. She could transplant a brick and bring it back to life. (Well—she can raise a stick from the dead.) Despite the odds, green things thrive under her watchful eye. Gardening’s never been my strong suit, but …
Some seasons are mountaintop moments. Others are sojourns in the valley. Today, let’s talk about the sojourns. Everyone experiences difficulties, hardships, and trials from time to time. It’s inevitable. Some folks may endure these struggles temporarily. For others, the season of suffering may seem never-ending. As writers, we’re deeply in tune to these times of seasoning. These experiences mature us—not only …
Ever had those days where everything bad that could happen does? The weed trimmer quits. The ac unit goes out. Your car won’t start. The words won’t come. The diagnosis stinks. And that’s just for starters. And once the ball gets rolling, maybe it goes from bad to worse. We’ve all experienced those restless, joy-strapped days where nothing seems to …
Welcome, friend! It’s a great day in the Ozarks! I pray all is well over your way. (If the jury’s still out on that, stay with me.) Today we’re digging deep in the archives and pulling out some encouraging faves because, let’s face it, encouragement is something we can all use. As you know, my blog topics often include regional …
Today’s post is one I’ve put off. I’ve shoved it to the back burner in favor of sunshine and light. In short, I’ve dodged the elephant in the room. I’ve resisted going there. Because I created this blog as a source of encouragement, my goal—first and foremost—is to uplift and inspire. It’s your safe place. Somewhere you can come and …
I’m so excited to have dear friend and agency-mate, Jill Kemerer, join me on the blog today. *waves* Jill is one those sweet souls who immediately puts others at ease and makes the world a whole lot brighter… and funnier! 🙂 I got to meet Jill in person when we roomed together during the 2012 ACFW conference in Dallas. Let …
Spring has arrived in my corner of the Ozarks and the valleys, mountains, and meadows are lush and green against a backdrop of endless blue sky. It’s always invigorating—this reawakening of musty earth mingled with winter’s last breath and spring’s first yawn. I don’t look forward to the arrival of spring storms, but I adore the seasonal shift from the …
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 …
Ahhh. Wednesday. The mid-week slump. Are you feeling a little blah? A little unmotivated? Well, I’m so happy you’ve stopped by! I have just the cure! Today I’ve pulled out all stops and picked a basketful of encouragement just for you. I’ve combed through the archives and chosen a few of my favorite posts—ones that will uplift, inspire, and brighten …
In the writing world, fewer things are harder than the wait. Whether it’s the expectation of what may happen or the weight of what won’t, writers tend to catalog their success by others’ acknowledgement. Why? Because we’re human. We’re either stymied by fear of the unknown or invigorated by possibility. Poised for success…or not. It should be about our work. …
