This has been the month for celebrating and remembering freedom isn’t free. Previous posts included: “Are You Celebrating or Losing Your Liberty,” “Declarations of Truth, Honor, and Independence,” and “Underestimating the Value of Freedom.” So to bring my celebrating freedom series of posts to a close, I’ve created a short video. If you don’t have… Continue reading Celebrating and Remembering Freedom Isn’t Free
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Inspired by a Maximum Security Prison
In My Soul to Keep, Miranda Clarke lands in Redemption, a prison in Leavenworth, Kansas. Redemption bears a striking resemblance to the real federal penitentiary in Leavenworth. That’s right, I was inspired by a maximum security prison. The Beginning In 1871 the United States realized that the stockades and fort prisons were inadequate. Congress passed… Continue reading Inspired by a Maximum Security Prison
Declarations of Truth, Honor, and Independence
No discussion of Independence Day in the United States of America would be complete without talking about the document. The Declaration of Independence is more than a historical document. It is not a law or set of laws. It’s a statement of ideology. An ideology of truth, honor, and independence. An ideology that is controversial at times. And… Continue reading Declarations of Truth, Honor, and Independence
How I Found Amazing Mentors and You Can Too
A mentor is a trusted counselor or guide, a guide. One can make significant contributions to your writing. But how do you find a mentor?
Fun Facts and Trivia about America’s Patriotic Music
Let’s celebrate this month’s theme of Independence and Liberty and Freedom with fun facts and trivia about America’s patriotic music. Can You Name the Patriotic Song that Matches These Lyrics? 01. “Where the grapes of wrath are stored”02.“Thru the night with a light”03.“There’s pride in every American heart”04.“We fight our country’s battles”05.“The banner of the western… Continue reading Fun Facts and Trivia about America’s Patriotic Music