Chase Your Creative Heroes This Summer
How well do you know your heroes? Last year was the summer I stalked Mark Twain. It started by chance, with me browsing at the library. I spotted the audiobook, Mark Twain: A Life by Ron … Continued
How well do you know your heroes? Last year was the summer I stalked Mark Twain. It started by chance, with me browsing at the library. I spotted the audiobook, Mark Twain: A Life by Ron … Continued
Do you remember the delicious last day of school, your entire unspoiled summer break stretched out before you? Can you feel the tantalizing approach of lazy days and relaxation? I love the cyclical nature of working at school! I still … Continued
Is there anything more fascinating than your own family’s past? A few years ago, I started doing a little genealogy. I say a little, because I thought my family tree would be pretty simple, but the branches really, well, branched. … Continued
For Creatives, it’s easy to get wrapped up in our passion and focus on our long-term goals. We race along, balancing the demands of daily life with our commitment to carve out as much time for our project as possible, … Continued
In the last post, I told you the reasons it’s crucial to have a mentor. But how do you find the right person? And how do you approach them? Here are a few considerations when searching for a mentor … Continued
Creativity is one of those things — like math skills — that people think they’re either blessed with at birth or forever lacking. What a burden we place on ourselves! The truth is, with practice and intention, creativity can be … Continued
I’m a sucker for holidays, especially during the gray months. Any excuse to add a little zing of color and some tasty treats — I’m in! Maybe it’s my time in the classroom, but these little reasons to celebrate can … Continued
Is decluttering for Creatives different, somehow? This is a photo I pinned to represent my ideal office. So far, I have the chair. (And only because the local TJ Maxx had one perched on a display while I was there to … Continued
It’s the question writers are asked over and over again. You know the one. *** “Where do you get your ideas?” I think the reason this question grates is because the underlying suggestion is that some people are … Continued