CREATE. WRITE. THRIVE.
People carry a lot of baggage about creativity. They either think, “Oh, I’m just not creative,” or, “I’m creative as heck so I can’t be bothered by things like ‘routines’.” Well, you know what, I’m not “a math person” (<–not … Continued
Ah, back-to-school time. I greet it with mixed emotions, as do probably all school staff members. I love my school life, but I love my summer life, too! And I have different writing routines for both parts of the year. … Continued
Do you have a book that you’re currently geeking out on? Remember, it was written by a real person who’s navigating the sometimes rough waters of publishing. Whether they’re traditionally published or an indie author, these writers are also responsible … Continued
Oh, the enticement of new, shiny, exciting ideas! Should it matter if we’re right in the boring middle of a work-in-progress? Beware, Creatives! Starting a new project is easy, but finishing one is better. But, you say, it will take … Continued
Sunday is Mother’s Day! Give Mom (and the other women who have mothered you) a gift she won’t expect: a memory box. One year, I was looking forward to lavishing my mom with attention on Mother’s Day. After singing … Continued
Spring weather is slow to arrive this year. We woke up to delicate snow flurries this morning. But despite winter’s lingering grasp, the signs of spring are all around: the greening of the grass, the birds belting out their sincerity, … Continued
Hey, you… Did this weekend sneak up on you? Have you been so busy that you feel like you’ve just been surviving until you reach this break? Only to realize, now that it’s here, you still have to buy and … Continued
Do you have a penpal? I do, and she’s incredible. At 92, she’s proud to maintain correspondence with 28 penpals! I met her nearly 20 years ago, while I was living on Chincoteague Island for the summer. We lost … Continued
It’s March!! Looking for a few quick, easy ways to shake up your routine in the new month? Are you feeling creative cabin fever after weeks of winter? Since I work in a school, my patterns are cyclical: summer is … Continued
As Valentine’s Day approaches, the holiday can bring its fair share of disappointment. Grocery aisles of pink balloons, cards, chocolate boxes and roses can accentuate the loneliness we all feel at times. Chronic loneliness is a different beast. An article … Continued