The Best Day In The Year

The Best Day In The Year

  Why does January 1st seem like such a magical day? There’s a lot of pressure on that day—new year, fresh start, gung-ho resolutions—a lot to live up to for one little day! I’ve been seeing a meme going around that January 1st is the start of a new...
Pause

Pause

  We’ve been told to “Stay home!” And with good reason. If we all stay put now, hopefully we can not only #flattenthecurve, but get rid of it all together so we can go back to our “normal” lives. The grocery and liquor stores are...
Let It Flow

Let It Flow

I’m gonna say it—Writing is hard. I don’t mean shooting out a quick email or text. I’m talking about writing a story. It doesn’t matter how much schooling you’ve had or how many “rules” you know, or even how many books you...
New Year, New You – Blah, Blah, Blah

New Year, New You – Blah, Blah, Blah

I see it everywhere— “New Year, New You!” Initially, it’s a nice sentiment—It’s a fresh year, make a fresh start. Now is your chance for a change. But let’s face it—we all know those New Year’s resolutions are pretty much shot by...
The Power of Yet

The Power of Yet

  “I can’t do it!” She angrily shoved her notebook across her desk and raked her hands through her hair, frustration oozing out of her pores.  Her teacher calmly slid the notebook back in front of her and picked up the tossed aside pencil....