As a child, I loved the movie “The Secret Garden.” It came up on an AI list as a Fall Literary Theme, and I couldn’t agree more. What I always loved about the movie was how Mary had to wander through the old mansion to find out more about her mother. The journey she had,Continue reading “The Secret Garden”
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Hearts on a Scale
The most important ceremony was the Weighing of the Heart. This had to happen in order for a person to be able to go to the afterlife. The person would have their heart weighed to see if it was heavy or if it was light. If someone’s heart was heavy, they would never make itContinue reading “Hearts on a Scale”
Current Watch
You Can Pour Drinks On Me. You Can Throw Food At Me… But For Good Reason Or Not, Nobody Hurts A Friend Of Mine!” Shanks I’m loving One Piece, the live action on Netflix. I had to watch some of the original episodes too. I adore Luffy. I haven’t gotten far in any of theContinue reading “Current Watch”
Respect
One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say. Bryant H. McGill I’m not always the best listener. My brain often leaves conversations without my permission. I get lost in thought or lost in a memory triggered by something said, or even just lost trying to processContinue reading “Respect”
Bike Rides
Went on another bike ride and let me tell you, these bike rides make me feel so good. I get to spend quality time with my family, plus I get my heartrate up and get moving! I really love fitness, but finding a way to do it that fits my lifestyle was the challenge. ThisContinue reading “Bike Rides”
Color Psychology and Writing
I’ve never really delved deep into color psychology. Any other writers out there add color theories into their works? Any suggestions ? #color#jaynepress#amwriting#writingcommunity
You Are You!
Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you! Dr. Seuss I had the honor of joining a writing group with all veterans today. It’s always fascinating to hear their stories. What intrigues me in every writing group, including today’s, is how different our storiesContinue reading “You Are You!”
Quenched
Peace is a daily, a weekly, a monthly process, gradually changing opinions, slowly eroding old barriers, quietly building new structures. John F. Kennedy Wow, this is one of the most beautiful quotes I’ve shared all year. “Gradually changing opinions”— something about that line gives me butterflies. My opinions have evolved, but mostly because as aContinue reading “Quenched”
Coming At You All At Once
When it seems like everything is coming at you all at once, it probably is. Here’s a list of things to help you get through. We stay in the moment around the writing parts. Yes, shutting down looks mighty nice but where’s the story in that?! Keep your eyes toward the sky with a penContinue reading “Coming At You All At Once”
Expansion
Everything’s interconnected. That’s the way life is. Edwin Catmull That’s it. It’s not a secret, but when you really take a moment to connect with those around you, you realize how connected we are. Journaling helps. Taking note of your thoughts and all the things that inspire your curiosity also helps. The world around youContinue reading “Expansion”
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