Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Friday Free-for-All

Posted on May 7, 2021 by Silver James

What is a Friday Free-All-All? These are the Fridays when I share the interesting and sometimes odd things I’ve collected over time. There are picture layouts to click over to. There are not-so-deep thoughts to ponder. FYI, links open in … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Tip

Posted on May 6, 2021 by Silver James

I’m soooo close to typing The End with this book. Just an update and no promises, but the WIP might be ready for editing soon. Last week, I talked about quality and creating a story that I’d want to read, … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Flower Power

Posted on May 5, 2021 by Silver James

Another week, another Wednesday, and more WIP words. Today’s #1lineWed THEME is **FLOWERS** which goes with the month of May. You know that old chestnut, right? April showers bring May flowers. What to Mayflowers bring? …   …  *drum roll* PILGRIMS! Sorry. … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Margarita Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches

Posted on May 4, 2021 by Silver James

This recipe was mentioned in an article as a way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Me? I’m a big fan of margaritas AND ice cream sandwiches so I’m thinking this could be a yummy treat for the entire summer. Don’t … Continue reading →

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Rose-colored Monday

Posted on May 3, 2021 by Silver James

I looked out my office window yesterday and found two roses blooming. I hadn’t even noticed the buds. This particular rose bush is old. It was in the flowerbed when we moved in over 20 years ago. I’ve managed not … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Dancing Fool

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Silver James

I’m on a critter roll lately. This one is 2 minutes of sorta creepy but really cute and definitely for the birds. Enjoy your weekend!

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Hearts

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Silver James

Sometimes, I don’t even know the question until the Universe pops up and answers it for me. Today’s missive is totally on point. As a fiction author, there are things only I can see–or hear, or taste or feel–until I … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Need a Hero

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Silver James

I am happy to report that I’m making steady progress on the ol’ WIP. Today’s #1lineWed THEME of **HERO** helped. I was at the start of a new chapter yesterday morning. As is my SOP, I left a couple of … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Pancit Noodles with Chicken

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Silver James

Now that Mother Nature has decided to go home and sleep it off, I’ve been digging into the files for lighter, quicker fare for warm days. This one popped up. Total Time: 30 Min. Prep and Cook Time: 30 Min. … Continue reading →

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Pink Monday Moon

Posted on April 26, 2021 by Silver James

April’s full moon is tonight and it’s called the Pink Moon because all the phlox are supposed to be blooming. Yeah…Mother Nature is still drunk. Anyway, it’s also a supermoon so go stand outside tonight and enjoy it. My Wolves … Continue reading →

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