Hi friends and happy Wednesday! I don’t know about you, but I can’t believe Christmas is over. It went so fast. Like a flash. Isn’t it funny how time can do that? It can feel like it’s speeding up or slowing down. Things feel slow as molasses when we’re in the waiting room. And, other times, it feels like we blink, and the day is over. Not just the day, but the year. I’m still trying to wrap my … [Read more...]

Hi friends, So happy to be with you today! It’s that time of year when family and friends are asking what I want for Christmas and I don’t know about you, but books top my list. Along with a few writer items. Today, I thought I’d share the Christmas books I plan on reading, the books I can’t wait to read in 2024, and a couple of writer gifts for that writer friend of yours. Hope you enjoy the … [Read more...]

Hi friends and Happy Wednesday! I thought it would be fun to share some booklover Christmas gifts as it’s quickly becoming that time of year. I had the best time “shopping” and I now have my personal Christmas wish list intact.  Hope you’ll enjoy the items too.  I remember curling up in bed with a book, but this is an entirely new way of doing so. But why just go with a blanket when … [Read more...]

Hi friends and happy Wednesday. Today I'm so excited to welcome my friend and mentee, Lisa Kelly. I'm so proud of her and asked her to share her story with you. I know you'll enjoy her post and I'll see you back next time. One thing I’ve learned since embarking on my writing journey is the importance of community. I don’t believe anyone can survive going it alone. I imagine this could be a … [Read more...]

Hi friends and happy Wednesday!  I’m putting together my workshops for the writing retreat I host and teach twice a year. This year we’re meeting in December in Virginia Beach. Christmastime at the beach. I can’t wait! I’m already daydreaming about the various decorations we’ll have. I’m thinking lots of whites and soft blues, maybe even soft pink. We were in Cracker Barrel last night and they … [Read more...]