Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Monday Midway

Posted on October 18, 2021 by Silver James

We’re a bit over halfway through October. October is a favorite month. Usually. Why? Because the weather changes. Days get shorter, nights get cooler, the World Serious (and I can watch all the play-off games because I don’t really care … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Word Up!

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Silver James

I figure we all need a little laughter to end the week, right? Some of these made me laugh. Some made me snort. Some made me think. Some are punny. Some are groaners. Which one did you you like the … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Detour

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Silver James

Writing is hard. I don’t care how fast you write, how much prep you do, there will always be roadblocks. Real life intervenes. Ideas dry up. Characters act up. The plot goes off the rails. You write yourself into a … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: By the Number

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Silver James

Another seven days have passed and it’s time for more words based up the #1LineWed theme. This week, it’s all about the **NUMBERS.** In this case, it’s who you call in an emergency. Declan, the hot-shot attorney for the Boston … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Apple Cider Lattes

Posted on October 12, 2021 by Silver James

Sorry, y’all, but pumpkin spice lattes are not my thing. Pumpkin is for pie. Maybe muffins. But not drinking. On the other hand, apple cider is for drinking. And while I haven’t actually concocted this–it’s just now getting cool enough–I’m … Continue reading →

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That Monday Morning Feeling

Posted on October 11, 2021 by Silver James

Coffee. There’s never enough come Monday. And it is Monday. Isn’t it? *checks calendar* Yes. It’s Monday. Which should have been obvious because I’m planning a Wallyworld trip. So. Monday. That means a follow up on last week and the weeked. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Dirty Dancing Wedding Style

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Silver James

I totally loved this clip and I will not apologize. My love for Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey in “Dirty Dancing” knows no bounds and dang if these newlyweds didn’t totally nail it! Keep on dancin’ this weekend!

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Dream Time

Posted on October 7, 2021 by Silver James

Australian Aboriginals, like Native Americans, have a special place for dreams. Down under, it’s called the Dreaming Time. Many native tribes here in the US refer to it as a vision quest. If writers are smart, will follow their examples. … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Fall from Grace

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Silver James

Wednesday is synonomous with words in my mind after so many postings of snippets based on a #1lineWed theme. Today’s prompt is **GRACE**. As in “full of,” “fall from,” “saving,” and grace “period.” Or in today’s snippet, Princess Grace. As … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats and Titles: Creamy Chicken Casserole

Posted on October 5, 2021 by Silver James

With the advent of cooler weather and looking forward to time spent with family and friends and my tummy turns to fondly-remembered comfort foods from my childhood. This particular dish holds memories of pot luck dinners at the church. Total … Continue reading →

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