“An artist is someone who can hold two opposing viewpoints and still remain fully functional.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald A writer is many things. But in order to write a story with depth, you have to understand all your characters in some way. Part of that means you must learn to understand the differing pointsContinue reading “Fitzgerald on Artists”
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What’s Next?
For me, the writing process is the same as the reading process. I want to know what happens next. -Neal Asher Oh, I can relate. I’m laughing because I’ve rewritten book three so many times that I know what I want to happen, but I really just have no idea at this point. Writing isContinue reading “What’s Next?”
School is Back in Session
“Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” -John Dewey My day started out great!! But let me tell you, it wore off and when it did, it was rough. It was something about neither ebook for school working and other technology issues that really took it out of me. My anxiety wentContinue reading “School is Back in Session”
Lend Your Energy to What is Good
“Let me live, love, and say it well in good sentences.” — Sylvia Plath I will be moving through life in a way that supports my entire well-being. My health, my spirit, my mind, and my family will be valued. I have been working on living like this for a long time. I may fail atContinue reading “Lend Your Energy to What is Good”
Flow State
“Is there something in my life that makes me forget time while I’m doing it?” Editing lately has been interesting. I have some writing sessions that when I look at the clock, I’m shocked it’s only been 10 minutes. Then there’s other times when I’m just chugging along and I look, two hours have goneContinue reading “Flow State”
Tried a New Food
Ok, so I tried a new food. I’ve been seeing people add these to healthy recipes all over the internet. I finally found them! I tried pitted dates. They are way better than I assumed. I don’t know why, but I thought they were going to be a cross between a raisin and a prune.Continue reading “Tried a New Food”
Right Brained
“I write lustily and humorously. It isn’t calculated; it’s the way I think. I’ve invented a writing style that expresses who I am.” -Erica Jong I have a hard time writing things that I don’t learn from. I am a fiction writer who writes with depth and intention filled with symbolism. So, things that areContinue reading “Right Brained”
Good News
“Wherever the art of Medicine is loved, there is also a love of Humanity. ” -Hippocrates So… I got an amazing doctor. She got my blood work done and boosted my iron pills from an over the counter 35mg to a prescribed amount and wowzer! My energy is amazing now. I hope I continue toContinue reading “Good News”
Daydreaming and Writing: A Joyful Journey
“Some people daydream, writers call it research.” This brought me joy. I’ve been getting in trouble for daydreaming my whole life. I miss all sorts of important information. I’ve learned to be more responsible these days. But get this: as a writer, that’s part of the entire process! Imagine getting in trouble for being whoContinue reading “Daydreaming and Writing: A Joyful Journey”
New Perceptions
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lao Tzu I love how this quote reminds me to take one step at a time. One thing about my journey is that I don’t set these huge goals just to finish them. I set goals that will positively impact the world (and thatContinue reading “New Perceptions”
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