Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

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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Tuesday Treats: Pastitsio (Greek-Style Lasagna)

Posted on March 10, 2020 by Silver James

Lasagna is a favorite. So is mac and cheese. This tasty Greek version combines those to favs into a delicious mix fit for a dragon enforcer. 😉 Total Time: 1 Hr. 20 Min. Prep Time: 30 Min. Cook Time: 50 … Continue reading →

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Monday After DST

Posted on March 9, 2020 by Silver James

Falling back isn’t so bad but this whole falling forward BS? Totally sucks. It’s 5 o’clock in my head and my body says, “Just one more hour, Moooommmm.” The clock says it’s 6 o’clock and my brain is all, “The … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Say Please

Posted on March 6, 2020 by Silver James

I had a Siberian Husky. Micco, once the light bulb came on, was people. He did things like argue with Only, calling shotgun to sit in the front seat. He always won. Ane he always insisted I buckle him into … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Magic

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Silver James

Someone once described writing as an exercise in magic. When you think about it, it sort of is. A writer makes up people and the things that happen to them and then uses words to paint a picture that tells … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Hidden Figures

Posted on March 4, 2020 by Silver James

Another Hump Day and more words. I thought you might like a peek at where my brain is at the moment. MOONSTRUCK: BETRAYAL combimes BRIDE’S MOON and ROGUE MOON, with added content that delves deeper into some the situations going … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Snickerdoodle Bars

Posted on March 3, 2020 by Silver James

I ❤ snickerdoodle cookies. I especially ❤ the soft, chewy version. I also ❤ white chocolate. Imagine my delight when I tripped across this delicious recipe?!? Total Time: 39 Min. Prep Time: 15 Min. Cook Time: 24 Min. 16 Servings … Continue reading →

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Monday March

Posted on March 2, 2020 by Silver James

When I was growing up (and grown), my dad always gave me a daffodil on my birthday. Didn’t matter where I was. Didn’t matter how old or married I got, every birthday like clockwork. See, I love daffodils. Always have. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: My Way

Posted on February 28, 2020 by Silver James

Y’all know I’m training Jake to be a service dog. He is NOT this dog. (Thank goodness!) That said, I’d take Ryker in a heartbeat. He might have flunked out of Service Dog School, but one of the handlers adopted … Continue reading →

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