Recently, I was asked to write a story based on my experiences—my ups and downs, life’s valleys and peaks. Dreams coming true or burning in the flames created by fear. It’s way easier to talk about these things than to actually write them down. And, of course, I’ve been putting it off. I’ve known I... Continue Reading →
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Pride, Prejudice, and Personal Progress ~ A Jane Austen Weekend!
I am a fan of Jane Austen’s works and truly wish I were an author of her caliber. This weekend, I watched two separate versions of Pride and Prejudice and also listened to an Audible version. My next favorite is Emma. I’ve seen three versions, and while I do have a favorite, I tend to... Continue Reading →
Why Every Writer Needs a Beta Reader (or Five)
As an author, I’ve learned there is WAY more to being a published author than just writing. There are several rounds of editing and one of those rounds comes after your beta readers answer a list of questions. Questions like: Did the story grab your attention from the start? Why or why not? Were there... Continue Reading →
Volunteering ~ Can You Burn Out While Helping Out?
Sunday has come and is only a few hours away from becoming Monday. How does that play into the subject of volunteering? I spent two hours today volunteering with a Toastmasters Youth Program. This was the second meeting of approximately ten sessions. The group is filled with incredible teenagers who have so much potential. I... Continue Reading →
Getting My Groove Back (Eventually 🙃)!
Hello Friends and Neighbors,Today has been productive in some ways and non-productive in others. Productive in finally giving a few reviews on products I bought that were flawed. I ended up getting refunds on those items as well. Yay!Productive in putting away laundry that I have been avoiding, as well as getting a few items... Continue Reading →
