Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Wednesday Words: Put a Ring on It

Posted on March 23, 2020 by Silver James

Another week, more words. And guess what? These are new words (and unedited so ignore any gaffs)! Today’s theme is **RING**. So many avenues to explore with that word. Me? Well…keep reading and you’ll see which direction I took it. … Continue reading →

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Monday: Day 7 of My Typical Life

Posted on March 23, 2020 by Silver James

I’m a writer. I’m a hermit by nature. I don’t like people. You have to adult around people. And brain. I don’t do either of those well. Since I live pretty self-contained anyway, this isn’t a big hardship on me. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Log Lines

Posted on March 20, 2020 by Silver James

Yesterday was the Spring Equinox so I thought we’d celebrate nature today. A man in Pennsylvania set up a trail cam and filmed for a year. He edited all his footage down to a series of 5-minute videos. This is … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Billboards

Posted on March 19, 2020 by Silver James

These are scary times. I’m not particularly worried. By the time I need more toilet paper, hopefully, the panic will be toned down. At this point, I don’t have to get out except…Starbucks. And fresh air. And cabin fever. I … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Rock It

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Silver James

Another Hump Day, another writing nudge. I may no longer be associated with #1lineWed over on Twitter, but I still look to the “game” for inspiration. This week’s word is *ROCK.* I wish I could explain this snippet. I can’t. … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Irish Cocktail Cupcakes

Posted on March 17, 2020 by Silver James

And top o’ the mornin’ to ya. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! The pubs are closed, the parades are canceled, but we can still wear a bit o’green, pretend we’re Irish even if we aren’t, and enjoy these yummy cupcakes. Total … Continue reading →

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Greening Up Monday

Posted on March 16, 2020 by Silver James

It’s Spring. Sort of. We had rain and temps in the 30s-40s but my daffodils are blooming and the first day of Spring arrives the end of this week. So, there was a week and a weekend. There was also … Continue reading →

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Friday the 13th Links of Random LOL

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Silver James

I’ve been collecting these for awhile and since National Procrastination Week just happened, go grab another cup of coffee (or beverage of your choice, then go click on the links to waste some time and see some totally cool stuffs. … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Procrastination

Posted on March 12, 2020 by Silver James

Last week was National Procrastination Week, but I put it off. As one does. So I’m observing it this week. Also as one does… What if it was your downtime, your lounging-in-bed-too-long time, your walkabout time, and your blow-Friday-off time … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Here There Be Dragons

Posted on March 11, 2020 by Silver James

So…the theme of the week is “Mythical Creatures.” Hrmmmm…. Do I have any of those lurking around my books or WIPs? Why, yes. How about that! Since Nikos was featured in yesterday’s Tuesday Treats, I thought I’d share today’s snippet … Continue reading →

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