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On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Gift

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Silver James

Christmas is next week. I mention Christmas because that’s what I celebrate. There are lots of holidays this time of year from lots of different religions and belief systems. We traditionally give gifts this time of year, in celebration of…take … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Seeing Red

Posted on December 18, 2019 by Silver James

Another Wednesday, another set of words, all based on the Twitter #1lineWed theme. This week, it’s all about the red–red letters, red lines, red ink, red light…and that includes tail lights. This scene, from my upcoming Susan Stoker World book, … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Fuss-Free Ravioli Casserole

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Silver James

I love traditional holiday food–turkey and dressing, ham and marshmallow sweet potatos, and I get my fill between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. But in my family, we have a Christmas Eve tradition of Italian food. Spaghetti. Lasagna. Ravioli. And I … Continue reading →

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Tis the Season of Mondays

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Silver James

How can December be half over? How can Christmas be TEN days away?!?! *FLAIL* Why am I asking rhetorical questions? So, it’s Monday once again. There’s been a week since the last Monday. Stuff happened. Just like stuff will happen … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: That Christmas Mood

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Silver James

It’s Friday the 13th. It’s also two weeks (or waaay less) until Christmas and I’m more Grinch than Rudolph. Which is bad luck for me. As a result, I went in search of a Christmas commercial to help put me … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Futures

Posted on December 12, 2019 by Silver James

I’m staying away from social media. Which makes me sad, but rather that than so angry or hurt that I taste blood as I bite my tongue or fall further into depression because…why bother. What a person says and does … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Feeling Blue

Posted on December 11, 2019 by Silver James

Another Wednesday, another #1lineWed prompt. Whether your between the devil and deep blue sea, or once in a blue moon, or…in the case of this snippet, cussing a blue streak, there are blue words to be had. I may have … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Warm Winter Lemon Cake

Posted on December 10, 2019 by Silver James

Easy to put together, warm and yummy with a hint of summer lemon to be savored on a cold, winter day. Also a good addition to holiday get-togethers and/or potlucks. Time: 1 Hr 35 Min Prep: 15 Min Cook: 1 … Continue reading →

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Monday the Ninth

Posted on December 9, 2019 by Silver James

Argh. I should have stayed in bed but I feel guilty because I didn’t set the blog up yesterday (or last night) like I normally do. It was a crazy weekend and that’s my excuse. Was a crazy week too. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Drinking Alone

Posted on December 6, 2019 by Silver James

I’ve been a Carrie Underwood fan since she won American Idol. I mean, c’mon. She’s a Checotah girl! And can sing. This is the video of her new song. And I am going to write this book. Holy hotness, am … Continue reading →

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