Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Monday? Seriously?

Posted on August 23, 2021 by Silver James

Yup. It’s Monday. And I had to start the day with no coffee. I’m currently surviving on the sustenance a couple of cans of Diet Coke provide. Why you ask? Jake and I are back at VA while Lawyer Guy … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: If Only

Posted on August 20, 2021 by Silver James

Y’all grab a glass of sweet tea. Or coffee. Coke. Whatever. Sit yourself down, relax and take a 15-minute break in your day because these commercials should be real! I dare you not to laugh. I double-dog dare you!

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Click

Posted on August 19, 2021 by Silver James

This struck me for two reasons. Well, probably more, but two right off the top of my head. One, it’s a nice message to get and hang onto in dark times. Two, isn’t this the way a lot of romances … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Middle Ground

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Silver James

Today’s #1lineWed theme is appropriate. It’s Wednesday. The middle of a normal work week. Of course, writers wouldn’t know about anything remotely resembling a normal work week. Sort of like anyone working retail! Anyway, it’s Hump Day and the theme … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Fudge Bottom Candy-Crunch Pie

Posted on August 17, 2021 by Silver James

Baby, it’s hot! And I’m all about the cool and creamy when it comes to sweet. I know a former EMT who feels the same way. Also…chocolate! You can’t go wrong with chocolate. Right? Total Time: 1 Hr. 20 Min. … Continue reading →

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Monday, Monday, So Good to Me

Posted on August 16, 2021 by Silver James

I’m not really a Monday kinda gal. Or I didn’t used to be. Now? I’m lucky if I remember what any day of the week is, much less Monday. Bein’ older’n dirt sucks. That said, it certainly beats the alternative. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Southern Horror

Posted on August 13, 2021 by Silver James

Happy Friday the 13th. I thought I’d share this little horror flick brought to y’all by It’s A Southern Thing. Stay safe out there, ya hear?!?

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Buttons

Posted on August 12, 2021 by Silver James

The world is pretty crazy. I cringe when I walk into a room with a TV tuned to the news. I can’t look at any of my social media feeds–which isn’t fair to the people I care about–but it’s self-preservation … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Heal Me

Posted on August 11, 2021 by Silver James

Guess what today is? #1lineWed which means a new snippet and today’s theme is **HEAL**. Have I mentioned Ronan O’Connor? Yeah, he’s the very sexy Wolf who is the nominal leader of Boston’s Irish mob. Wanna guess who his mate … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats and Titles: Lemon-Blueberry Bread

Posted on August 10, 2021 by Silver James

I love blueberries. Blueberry muffins. Blueberry pancakes. I even buy extra packages of dried blueberries to add to our trail mix. I also like lemon. I put lemon in my tea, on fish, and lemon meringue pie is a favorite. … Continue reading →

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