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Category Archives: Writing
Painting is a metaphor
When I first began water painting I embraced a 3″x3″ format, created by folding/tearing a 9″x12″ sheet into squares. In preparation for selling art in Belize, each painted piece was to be put in a 3″x3″ sleeve, which quickly brought … Continue reading
Posted in adulthood, Adventure, blogs, commitment, discipline, Habits, Inspiration, life, Philosophy, Procrastination, quitting, reading, Wants, Wisdom, Writing
Tagged art, Inspiration, Life, Observations, Transformation, writing
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This time I mean it
The year didn’t begin with any auspicious resolutions or a motivational word or any personal ambition; but, things have a way of working out. Last month a friend and I chatted about goals, which led to her sharing a workbook … Continue reading
Posted in adulthood, Adventure, China, discipline, Habits, Inspiration, Leadership, life, Procrastination, Transformation, Writing
Tagged aspiration, Inspiration, Observations, Transformation, travel, tropics
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my to-do list is ridiculous
If you’ve spent much time with me, perhaps you know that my weekends are managed by my to-do list. Every Saturday morning I rise, and put pen to paper, creating my weekend. Sort of. The Important and the Urgent compete for time … Continue reading
Posted in adulthood, angst, Challenged, child-rearing, children, chores, commitment, deadline, discipline, employment, faith, family, Is it just me?, life, Lingering thoughts, not writing, obedience, parent, Puzzles, quitting, Rant, reward, spirit, Spring Cleaning, Venting, Wants, Writing
Tagged Life, Observations, Raising Grandchildren, to do list, Transformation
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Book Review: The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho
Occasionally, I stumble across the same message so often that a flashing neon sign, with bells and whistles, couldn’t be more effective in getting the point across. Most recently, I keep slamming into “follow your dream.” A few months ago, … Continue reading
That was then, this is now
Yesterday, I responded to Jeff Goins’ challenge: Declare yourself a writer! Sure, I’m motivated by the contest, but also…I’m motivated by the calling that has been pulling and tugging at me for years. I’ve been inching along this path, occasionally … Continue reading
Posted in Adventure, faith, Fiction, Inspiration, NaNoWriMo, obedience, reward, Transformation, Wants, Writing
Tagged Transformation
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Transformation: I am a writer
In the early 80’s I started college, in pursuit of Engineering. Then, I dropped out. Then, I went back. Then, I dropped out, again. I was out for 6 years. I got married, had babies, and worked as a stenographer. … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Challenged, faith, Inspiration, ministry, Note to Self, Rehab, spirit, submit, Transformation, trust, Wants, Writing
Tagged Transformation
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The Behrs
When Brenda decided to go for a drive in her father’s new Cadillac convertible, it was with no more thought than one might expect from a spoiled 16-year-old. She gave no consideration for the hour (it was almost midnight) or … Continue reading
Posted in Trifecta, Trifextra, Writing
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Sorry about that
Dear Jaguar-owner, Sorry about your car. I sliced the 17th hole. Finally found the damned ball on your hood. At 7 under par for the course, had to take the shot. I hope you understand. Sincerely, A little birdie For … Continue reading
Posted in 33 words, commitment, Fiction, Trifecta, Trifextra, Writing
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Book Review: Elephant Girl, by Jane Devin
Have you ever fallen in love with someone you’ve never met? Someone who, if passed on the street, you might not give a second glance? Imagine inviting that same person into your home, evening after evening, enjoying glasses of wine … Continue reading
Posted in Book Review, Writing
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Dog Problems
Joey sat alone in the shadows at the end of the long mahogany bar, watching beads of moisture run down his glass. He was ready to order another, but since he was on his third he was engaged in a … Continue reading
Posted in Challenged, IndieInk, Writing
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