The Bridge
They say no one’s been to the other side. They say no one knows where it leads. They say it’s impossible to cross, and many have fallen to their death. They say I shouldn’t even think about it… But I… Read More »The Bridge
March 2022
Under Construction
As we move into the second quarter, it’s time to work on the next set of goals. At the beginning of the year, I redesigned my website. It was complicated and frustrating, but worth it in the end. Now I’m… Read More »Under Construction
Author Insights
I’m forever grateful for the videos from the 20Books conference. One day I hope I’ll be able to attend, but for now I’ll watch and learn on youtube. Here’s one I watched this week.
Editing Tips #3
My second round of edits focuses more on the big picture; the developmental edit stage. I look at the story as a whole and make sure, first and foremost, that it makes sense. I make sure every character has a… Read More »Editing Tips #3
Being Productive
Today I want to take a second to reflect on how much I can get done in a week. Because sometimes I even surprise myself. I work 50 hours a week at my day job. I spend time every day… Read More »Being Productive
Mindful Meditation
Take a moment for yourself today. We all need to slow down once in a while and decompress. Let the stress out and recenter ourselves. Here’s a little video to help you through if you’re new to meditating and want… Read More »Mindful Meditation
Retail Rant Episode 40
Okay, so I’m still in retail. Surprise! And I hate to complain (no, really, I do. It’s just so easy to do in this situation) but it’s still a pain in my ass. But today I’m going to do something… Read More »Retail Rant Episode 40
Why Me?
Oh, I dread the days like thisWhere I wake as though under waterWith my brain swimming and eyes blurring,When I can’t walk straight Or think straight Or see straight But duty callsUp, for the kids and to get some work… Read More »Why Me?
Polaris, Instrumental
I love this band. But when I’m writing, I find lyrics distracting. So, I was thrilled to discover their albums with just the instrumentals. It’s my new favorite thing to jam while being creative.
Books Of February 2022
I read another eleven books last month. Nearly all of them were on audio this time. My day job kept me pretty busy the last few weeks and I couldn’t get any downtime to enjoy a physical read. But that’s… Read More »Books Of February 2022