For the Conscious Writer The end goal is supposed to be a stark contrast from the beginning. Saschia Johnson This is a quote taken from yesterday. When I wrote it, I was referring to the piece of art itself. But I forgot how much art changes us as artists. I have been thinking about yesterday’sContinue reading “The End”
Author Archives: Jayne
Genesis 1
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.Genesis 1:1-2 When God started he created the heavens and the earth. That’s just two things. It says here, one out of the two things, the earth, was formless andContinue reading “Genesis 1”
Imagination Play
As a kid, I loved imagination play when no one was looking. My favorite part of my room was where we set up house corner. I didn’t always have that room, but when I did, that was my favorite part. All the fake kitchen stuff was set up in a way that separated house cornerContinue reading “Imagination Play”
Inspiring Myself
I’m taking my artist on a date tomorrow morning. One of the activities from the “Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron, is going on artist dates. Here’s what she has to say about artist dates. The Artist Date is a once-weekly, festive, solo expedition to exploresomething that interests you. The Artist Date need not be overtly“artistic”Continue reading “Inspiring Myself”
When the going gets tough
When the going gets tough, admit it, find your peace, find the good, and keep going. I wrote admit it because it’s important to talk about the hard times. That’s where connection lives. That’s where you find the will to face your demons. I placed it first because it takes priority to all the rest.Continue reading “When the going gets tough”
Sleep and Dreams
Last night was rough for me. I couldn’t sleep and had an annoying little stomach ache. It was not fun at all. Since I was up, I wrote a bit extra in hopes that it would help me sleep. I also drank some sleepy tea. I used to suffer from insomnia real bad. Like IContinue reading “Sleep and Dreams”
Share Your Writers Life with Me.
So 11am writing sessions are officially a thing in my life. It worked out wonderful. This whole mini adventure of amping up my daily writing habits reminds of writing. I maneuver people places and spaces around till they fit together nice and snug. I didn’t expect this journey would take me to midday writing. IContinue reading “Share Your Writers Life with Me.”
Writing and My Peak Hours
Aright last post about tweaking my morning routine. I tried working on my novel right when I woke up in the morning but it was nothing special. Felt the same as working on it before bed. However, what was nice about working on it in the morning was that it’s one less thing to doContinue reading “Writing and My Peak Hours”
Little Adventures
Ok I played a game first thing when I woke up. No distractions. And it was pleasant. I think I’m gunna try and work on my story first thing in the morning. Right now I’m editing. Not too in depth but checking for continuity and for places that should be removed completely, burn and neverContinue reading “Little Adventures”
I Accepted the Challenge
Yesterday, I wrote about doing puzzles as part of a morning routine. I never thought of using my brain so early in the morning. I usually drink water, journal, then make my tea afterwards. Every writer has their own routine. Hemmingway said, I write every morning as soon after first light as possible. https://prowritingaid.com/writing-routines-famous-authors IContinue reading “I Accepted the Challenge”