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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 …
Like many couples, when my husband and I were married we chose to include a portion of 1st Corinthians in our wedding vows. “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Ahhh. Valentine’s Day. One of my favorite holidays! Just mention the word valentine and I go all mushy inside. Of course I would. (There’s a reason I live, breathe, and write romance. I’m a romantic! A huge one.) And I’m always on a mission. Remember that little pocket notebook I carry? Often, when I’m out and about and I see …
Where I live, it’s not unusual for farm animals to occasionally wander off from where they’re supposed to be. Cows, goats, horses, and chickens have all made an appearance along the tree-lined lanes of our neck of the woods. Once when our daughter was about three, she stood at the window and clapped her little hands. “Mommy, come see the big birds …
