Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Tuesday Treats & Titles: Coffee Slushie

Posted on January 26, 2021 by Silver James

So, y’all know I’m big on Starbucks frappucinos. I’ve also done something similar at home using leftover coffee. Then Sade, who doesn’t cook–like at all dropped this in my inbox.   5 Min(s) 5 Min(s) Prep 2 servings, 1 cup each … Continue reading →

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Monday Checklist

Posted on January 25, 2021 by Silver James

I made a list to get ready for today. It’s a pretty simple list. 1. Coffee ✓ 2. Coffee ✓ 3. Coffee 4. Write I made a little progress over the weekend on the WIP. See, this witch popped in … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Dragon Age

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Silver James

Since I’m in a “dragon state of mind”–thanks to Nikos making waves for Sade and Sinjen, I thought I’d share one of the first Linsey Stirling videos I ever watched. Enjoy your Friday, beware of dragons, and have a great … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Journey

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Silver James

When you have a career in the “arts,” you are always waiting for The Call™. When you’re in the beginning of a relationship, you are always waiting for A Call™. When you are out of work and applying everywhere, you … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Double the Fun

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Silver James

Another Wednesday. I’m ignoring TV today, preferring to get lost in new words for my WIP, with occasional forays into the words of favorite authors. Today’s #1lineWed theme is **DOUBLE**. How many of you are singing (or humming) the old … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Beignets

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Silver James

As most of you know, one of my favorite places in the world is New Orleans. And one of my favorite places to sit and watch the world go by is the Cafe du Monde just across the street from … Continue reading →

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Same Ol’ Monday

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Silver James

Are we sure it’s 2021? I mean, I have new calendars up and they all say January 2021 but…I’m starting to wonder. Still, I’m keeping my head down. And my mouth shut. There’s so much I want to say but … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Let’s Dance

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Silver James

We can laugh, cry, scream and yell. Or we can dance. It’s Friday. I vote for dancing. And this unlikely dude has the moves! Have a great weekend, y’all!

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Sight

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Silver James

I’m trying to ignore reality. Oh, I know it’s there. And the noise of it all buzzes around my brain making me well aware of the chaos and insanity that’s out there. Call me an ostrich. I’m content at this … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: From Both Sides Now

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Silver James

Guess what? I finally wrote Chapter 1 in the current WIP. Of course, I already have 23K words written on the project. I just figured it was time to start the story in the right spot, which took awhile to … Continue reading →

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