This week was quiet. I got a little writing done early on, caught up on some Netflix binging, and I even managed to see Captain Marvel by the end of it (review to come). It was a nice, almost restful way to power through the (hopefully) last days of winter and prep for that hour of sleep … Continue reading Odds & Ends 3/4-3/10
Odds & Ends 2/18-2/24 (aka Killing Your Darlings)
After a little birthday hoopla last week, this week it was back to the books—both reading and writing (or re-writing). I have to admit, it wasn't easy to write this week either. I'd come to a section that I knew needed significant restructuring, and I wasn't keen on taking it on (again). But I think … Continue reading Odds & Ends 2/18-2/24 (aka Killing Your Darlings)
Odds & Ends 1/28-2/3
While many are enjoying the Super Bowl tonight with pizzas, hot wings, and nachos, I too am celebrating with a pizza...while watching Victoria on PBS. There are just some things I don't mess with on my Sunday nights. Actually, Victoria wasn't just a Sunday night subject for me this week. I spent much of my day Tuesday … Continue reading Odds & Ends 1/28-2/3
Odds & Ends 1/14-1/20
To pants or to plot? That is the question. At least, for a writer it is. I've been tossing around a new idea in my head lately, but so far that's all it is—a general circumstance, a few characters, and a handful of humorous dialogues. I haven't put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard … Continue reading Odds & Ends 1/14-1/20
Hello 2019!
The holidays have come and gone, and now it is time to settle down and get back into a routine to get this new year rolling. I've got a stack of new books from Christmas to help me get started on my reading goal for the year (I've already finished one), I have some manageable … Continue reading Hello 2019!
Odds & Ends 11/26-12/2
After getting out of routine with the Thanksgiving holiday, this past week has been about struggling to remember what day of the week it actually is. Writing, therefore, has been a little more difficult, so most of my free time has been spent reading to give my mind a chance to settle and stop going … Continue reading Odds & Ends 11/26-12/2
Thankfulness
I heard a sermon on thankfulness last week and, with Thanksgiving approaching, I've been trying to keep it in mind as I go through each day. What struck me from this particular sermon was the idea that thankfulness is not merely the reaction of feeling glad or grateful for something, but a more intentional decision … Continue reading Thankfulness
Odds & Ends 10/8-10/14
I've had some ups and downs the past couple of weeks. The big downer has been my car, which I have to take in to have the transmission repaired tomorrow. The car is still drivable fortunately, because they couldn't get me in at the repair shop immediately, but knowing it does need fixing has made … Continue reading Odds & Ends 10/8-10/14
Odds & Ends 9/10-9/16
I've been making preparations for my next round of queries the past couple of weeks, including writing up another draft of the dreaded query letter. It is still my least favorite thing. Maybe by this time part of the problem is that I've built it up in my head, but I'm still willing to bet … Continue reading Odds & Ends 9/10-9/16
2 Years!
It's a 2-year blogiversary!
Odds & Ends 8/06-8/19
There was lots of movie watching going on in my spare time the last couple of weeks, some new, some not so new. Here's my round-up of reviews if you're in need of some entertainment recommendations. The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society - Based on the book of the same name, the … Continue reading Odds & Ends 8/06-8/19
Odds & Ends 7/16-7/29
The past couple of weeks have gone by pretty quickly, so this week's post is going to round up the highlights before I head out to the fair tonight to fill up on greasy food. Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again - It's light on story, but the music is good, and that's really what … Continue reading Odds & Ends 7/16-7/29
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