Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Full Moon Monday

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Silver James

Who saw the full moon last night? 🙋🏼‍♀️ The weekend was nice and cool. Sadly, a bit of heat is coming back this week but we’re talking highs in the mid-80s so I really can’t complain. Humidity is not really … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Neighbors

Posted on September 5, 2025 by Silver James

This can’t be true of only Southern neighbors, though it is certainly true of them. Also, I LIKE Cherry Vanilla. Just sayin’… Have a great weekend, all. It’s First Saturday for us so sirens and family lunch. Plus college football. … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Surprises

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Silver James

Every writer has their own process. We’re usually divded into one of two groups–Pantser or Plotters. There are variations within those groups. Someone who knows where the story begins, what happens along the way in a 1-2-3-4-5 way and how … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: They Who?

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Silver James

Here it is Wednesday again. See? I didn’t even get confused because Monday was a holiday and there was no mail. Being Wednesday, y’all are probably expecting new words from me. I have some! Are you proud of me? I’m … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Blueberry Moon Bars

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Silver James

I like blueberries. A lot. It’s been a while since I’ve featured a blueberry recipe. I’m all about the blueberries. Blueberry muffins. Blueberry scones. Blueberry pancakes. Blueberry smoothies. Blueberry cheesecake. Heck, anything that has blueberries on it or in it. … Continue reading →

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First Monday and a Holiday

Posted on September 1, 2025 by Silver James

Actually, it’s not over! At least not here in the USA. Happy Labor Day, folks. Unless you are in food service, retail, or public service, you probably have the day off. We have no real plans. For me, it’s just … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Cobbler Season

Posted on August 29, 2025 by Silver James

I…Uhm…I can’t even… I started laughing at the intro and I’m glad the captions were on because I was laughing. Out loud. Enjoy this very Southern Thing! Have a great weekend, all!

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Dream On

Posted on August 28, 2025 by Silver James

I saw a…post(?)…tweet(?)…whatever they’re called now on X the other day. It was in one of the writing communities and the author posted this question: Have you ever written a story based on a dream you had? *this is me … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Something to Talk About

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Silver James

How can it be Wednesday? I mean…wassn’t it Wednesday just…like…two days ago? *flail* In other news, Toby is keeping me on my toes. I’m getting my steps in getting up to find him when it gets too quiet. Yes, at … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Tidbits: Shut the Stuff Up

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Silver James

It rained. All day yesterday. I needed birdseed, dog food, and gas. Especially those last two items. But it rained. All day. Taking Jake in the rain is always fun. Not. Taking him and leaving him in the car (it … Continue reading →

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