Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Encouragement for writers”
Welcome, welcome, welcome! Delighted you stopped by! Have you had a great week? If you’re still on the fence about that, I hope you feel better soon. You’re about to get loved on! Sit back, relax, and pop a cyber berry and some chocolate cake. Settle in for just a few minutes while we visit. This week my blog was …
What determines a winner? Genetics? Mindset? Drive? To go a step further, what defines a winner? Well, most of us would think of accolades. Recognition. Acclaim. Maybe even superstardom. But what about those folks who are the quiet achievers—the ones who plod along day in, day out blazing a different, but distinct trail uniquely their own? Food for thought, isn’t …
What a difference a weekend makes! Here in the Ozarks we had spring like temperatures. Knowing it wouldn’t last, I savored the bright sunshine and warmth. Ahhh. I hope you’re refreshed and raring to go. If you’re not quite there yet, here—> {{{HUG}}} Feel the love? I really, truly hope so! I’m thrilled you’re here! I have a delightful week …
For writers, there’s nothing worse than those off days—even off seasons. They’re the ones that Wally Writer and Annie Author rarely talk about because their writing is just too picture-perfect. Everything they create is a masterpiece. Every word they write is beautiful and filled with deep, profound meaning. They don’t often admit mistakes because…well…they just don’t make any! And of course, …
Merry, Merry CHRISTmas! I pray this finds you happy, healthy, and full of joy! As I thought about what to say today—how to wrap up 2014—I axed the fancy in favor of simple, straight-from-the-heart, down home me. I hope you won’t mind. I think a little love and encouragement are in order. Woohoo! But first… 2014 ushered in change. Some …
Well, ’tis the party season! On Monday our local American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) chapter, MozArks, met for our annual Christmas party. We’re a small, but growing group of Missouri/Arkansas writers who meet monthly for fun, fellowship, and of course, writing-related events and workshops. We often have special speakers and periodic write-ins, and sometimes we’ll gather informally during the year …
Every year I set new goals. I prefer “goals” to “New Year’s resolutions” because most folks don’t follow through with resolutions. Resolutions sound great and our intentions are noble, but they’re somewhat self-defeating. Especially if we’re caught up in the holiday hype of seeing this as a must-do. Then our promises ring hollow because the outcome rarely matches our expectation. …
Hello friends! Delighted you stopped by! We’re knee-deep in the holidays at our house and I thought it only fitting to kick things off today with some good old-fashioned hope. Sit back, relax, and unwind for a while. No need to doll up or wear your Sunday best. You’re welcome here—PJs, curlers, baggage, and all! Today’s post is for anyone …
This is the week. Crunch time. Time to gather our prettiest table linens, best dishes, and floral arrangements, and ready our homes for entertaining. We’ll cook, clean, and race to the finish as the big day approaches. Thanksgiving. Today as we skim past the busyness for a moment, I want you to do something. I want you to think about …
Many years ago I sat in a meeting with “Jackie.” I’ll never forget the awkwardness of that day. (You can read more here.) Jackie rarely spoke well of others and often voiced her discontent with everything from A to Z. In short—she was no fun. I believe her attitude reflected deeper issues, specifically her own self-doubt. She was trapped in …
