Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Lost Soul

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Silver James

I’m still in a sad place these days. My heart is heavy and I look for Cooper in all his familiar places. Boone is getting better but he’s still needy, wanting lots of pets and reassurances that he’s a good … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Rewards Worth the Risk

Posted on May 29, 2019 by Silver James

Risky business? Taking a calculated risk? Run the risk? Is the risk worth the reward? Because, you know, virtue is it’s own reward… 😉 The #1lineWed theme for today is Risks and/or Rewards. Today’s snippet is rather long. It’s the … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Creamy Jalapeno-Stuffed Chicken

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Silver James

This quick and easy chicken dish works year-round. If you’re looking for something with a little bite and a little different, give this one a try. Total time: 1 Hr Prep time: 25 Min Cook time: 35 Min These cream … Continue reading →

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Memorial Monday

Posted on May 27, 2019 by Silver James

It’s the last weekend in May. In many places, it’s the unofficial start to summer. Around here, it means Lawyer Guy standing in front of a store with a fistful of poppies, handing them out, and hoping for donations. If … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Havana Hearts

Posted on May 24, 2019 by Silver James

It’s been a tough week. Saying goodbye to a furry child, helping the other furry kids cope, along with Lawyer Guy (Cooper was LG’s special buddy), fighting the crud that’s taken up residence in my lungs, and very little work … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Keep It Interesante

Posted on May 17, 2019 by Silver James

Today’s sinema is courtesy of Lawyer Guy. You can blame him for the ear worm. And the giggles, especially if you remember the 70s. Just sayin’. Have a great weekend! I’m doing Jammie duty followed by my RWA chapter meeting … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Dangerous Danger

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Silver James

Okay. I love the pic in this Twitter meme that we used for #1lineWed today. And while I will likely use the photo as inspiration at a later date, it is not the basis for today’s snippet, which illustrates the … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Waffle Ham and Cheese Bake

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Silver James

Breakfast for dinner! Breakfast for brunch! Breakfast for breakfast’s sake! Who doesn’t love breakfast? Especially one you make ahead. Total Time: 13 Hr 5 Min Prep Time: 15 Min Cook Time: 12 Hr 50 Min Enjoy this Easy Ham and … Continue reading →

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Nineteen Mondays

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Silver James

Why yes, I did go to a calendar and count up how many Mondays have gone by so far this year. Hey…it’s HARD to come up with scintillating titles. Just ask any author… So, there was a weekend. We had … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Pina Coladas

Posted on May 10, 2019 by Silver James

Warning: Earworm ahead! Okay, there’s a story behind today’s Sinema selection. A guy I follow (David Gaughran) for marketing advice used this song to illustrate a point in one of his newsletters. I had to go to YouTube to listen … Continue reading →

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