Writing from the Depths and Getting Real

Aug. 31, 2023 by

Writing is not for the faint of heart. I’ve often thought about closing my laptop and giving up on this writing dream. Those close to me have heard me whine and whisper words of defeat so much, they don’t bat

Facing My Delusions of Grandeur and Still Dreaming Big

Jul. 31, 2021 by

As I write this, I am fighting the reality that I probably won’t pull off my big book launch plan. My plan involved videos and being witty and lots of social media exposure. But at 11:08 pm on Friday night,

When It’s Time for the Dream to Go

Mar. 30, 2017 by

Letting go of my dream isn’t something I thought I would ever consider. Over the weekend, I had a meltdown, though. I got to the middle of my Saturday and realized I’ve been spending my life in one place while

Weasel Words Hurt More Than Help – Dump ‘em and Speak Truth

Weasel Words Hurt More Than Help – Dump ‘em and Speak Truth

Jun. 16, 2016 by

Weasel Word – A word used in order to avoid being clear or direct. (Merriam-Webster’s Learner’s Dictionary) So close. I’ve been telling folks I’ve completed my second novel in the Balustrade series. I just have to weed out some weasel

Throw Off the Waiting and Let the Journey Begin

Throw Off the Waiting and Let the Journey Begin

May. 26, 2016 by

There is a time for waiting, but enough is enough. Make sure you’re waiting for the right reasons. I haven’t been taking my own advice. I’m sure in one of my blog posts, somewhere, I’ve gone on and on about


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