I’ve become quieter about my writing. As I’ve happily given my time and focus to other things in life (marriage and church and growing my collection of all things squirrels), writing has become more of a hobby these last two years. I’ve taken the pressure off of myself to meet a quota of words and… Continue reading What Writing Looks Like Now
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Dear Dreamer, Take That Bold Step
Dear Fellow Dreamer, What’s holding you back from pursuing that something you’re passionate about? I was recently asked this question and forced myself to answer and then pondered for the rest of that week a couple main reasons why I hold back when I know I’m supposed to be doing that special something. I learned… Continue reading Dear Dreamer, Take That Bold Step
The Escape Factor
I attended a writers conference this past weekend. No, I'm not saying that with a straight face. 😀 I was so excited when I think back on what I did while there, I image myself looking like the squirrel from Over the Hedge. Hyper and a bit distracted by all the writerly things. Anyway, I… Continue reading The Escape Factor
Should I Pursue My Writing???
Should I Pursue My Writing? I spent every spare minute between ages 10 and 17 writing. It was my favorite pastime, though one of my many hobbies. Then one day it seemed that “real life” hit me and it was time to set my writing hobby aside. Move on. Bury it. Sayonara storyland. Trouble is,… Continue reading Should I Pursue My Writing???
How a Photographer Helped My Writing
My Experience With A Photographer I helped the stylish photographer, whom I’d met only moments before, carry her equipment into the classroom. I asked her a bit about her work as we pulled backdrops and lights out of her bags. She quickly shared how she got to where she was and then asked me to… Continue reading How a Photographer Helped My Writing