Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Self

Posted on October 15, 2026 by Silver James

I saw a meme once–and yes, it’s in my files somewhere but I didn’t take the time to find it because I’m lazy and life/writing is keeping me busy–that said, basically: Be yourself because all the selves are taken. It … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Still the One

Posted on October 14, 2026 by Silver James

Midweek has arrived and guess what!?! I know what day it is! It’s Wednesday and I have words. New words. Lots and lots of new words. ARIEL’S D*MN BOOK is up to 58+K words. I’ve added four chapters since last … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Hot Stuff Fudge Sundae Bars

Posted on October 13, 2026 by Silver James

Summer just won’t let go! The weather gurus are predicting frost on the pumpkins by ths weekend but we’re supposed to hit 90 again today. And that works out because I have a summer recipe to share. Of course, when … Continue reading →

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The Twelth of Monday

Posted on October 12, 2026 by Silver James

Am I the only one old enough to have danced a slow dance with my junior high crush to the Johhny Mathis song today’s “title” is based on? Bonus points if you know the actual name of the song. Well. … Continue reading →

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Friday Free-for-All: Random Edition

Posted on October 9, 2026 by Silver James

Yeah…I’m late. I normally set up the blog the day before so it will post at an actual scheduled time. If I waited to post on the day of, I might never get anything posted–or at least not posted until…oh…say…4 … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Feelings

Posted on October 8, 2026 by Silver James

Sometimes, you meet someone and things just click. This used to happen face-to-face but with the introduction of the internet, horizons expanded and we met people that we might never actually see in person. That doesn’t stop connections from forming. … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Time to Talk

Posted on October 7, 2026 by Silver James

This year just keeps slip-sliding away. It’s already Wednesday. And I do have some new words to share. I’m trying to be smart as I participate in the Thursday Threads flash fiction. I’m at least working to expand already written … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Easy’s Fave Peanut Butter Pie

Posted on October 6, 2026 by Silver James

Sometimes, as Summer slips into Autumn, the weather doesn’t always cooperate. The calendar and our thoughts may be thinking Fall thoughts and we might be craving Fall flavors but when it’s still warm outside, what we really crave is something … Continue reading →

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First Monday in October

Posted on October 5, 2026 by Silver James

Isn’t there a movie by that title? About the Supreme Court. It’s been awhile. It’s October! It’s Autumn! It’s finally sort of cool! It’s about time. Considering the AC froze up on Thursday. Literally. The compressor and drain line were … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Southern Self-Checkout

Posted on October 2, 2026 by Silver James

For those of us in the South, this would be just a normal procedure. For the rest of you, you don’t know what you’re missing. 🤣🤣 Have a great weekend!

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