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 The Declaration of Independence is more than a historical document.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
Category: About Me
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?
One Way to Learn to Write
An author’s journey can be long and torturous. Writing and publishing Lynette M. Burrows’s debut novel, My Soul to Keep, was only one stop on the road.
Underestimating the Value of Freedom
President Ronald Reagan said, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.” That’s a scary statement. Why on earth would he say something like that? To paraphrase him, freedom isn’t in our DNA. Freedom must be fought for and protected. Americans, particularly white middle-class folk like myself, underestimate the value of our freedom.… Continue reading Underestimating the Value of Freedom
Are You Celebrating or Losing Your Liberty?
The Fourth of July celebrates our country’s historic declaration of independence. But it seems this year you may be celebrating or losing your liberty.