Are you normally full of joy and Christmas cheer and anticipation of the new year, but not this year? Has the sadness of recent tragic events overwhelmed you? Financial worries, crowds at the mall, parking lot show-downs, to-do lists, and all the other practicalities of life weighing you down? Then, how do you wake up… Continue reading Wake Up the Happiness
Tag: Inspirations
A Very Small Heart with a Lot of Gratitude
Being small, being human and getting caught up in things we think we should do, we often forget what’s important. Gratitude is what it’s all about.
Powerful Words
It starts as a childhood wish: When I grow up I wanna . . . . You try on dreams, roles. One day, you discover your true dream. Mine was to write fiction.
A Home Grown Power Plotting Weekend
In my not so humble opinion, character’s and their distinct voices are strong among my writing talents. But plotting stories — not so much. Having been a pantser from day one of my writing career, the plot has been a second or third step. I carved a plot slowly, one excruciating revision after another. So… Continue reading A Home Grown Power Plotting Weekend
The Hero of Your Story
A few years back, I decided I would make my living as a writer and would teach a ‘How to Write Fiction’ class at a local community center. It was an awesome experience but I never expected a lesson about being the hero of your story. I have spread my dreams beneath your feet. Tread… Continue reading The Hero of Your Story