Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Tuesday Tidbits: In Case You Didn’t Know…

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Silver James

Today is the day. Starbucks has unleashed the spice! Also, it’s already 90 degrees outside with a predicted high of triple digits. I wish the Great Pumpkin would bring cooler weather along with this pumpkin spice everything!

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No Words Today

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Silver James

The vet called yesterday afternoon. Jake has large-cell lymphoma. We knew it was a possibility because of the cancerous growth on his tail. We were all hoping and praying the amputation had “fixed” it. It didn’t. The damn cancer had … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Tidbits:

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Silver James

I considered posting something about procrastination, except I’m not really procrastinating. I’m not necessarily “working” but it’s not because I don’t want to, it’s because my brain doesn’t want to go there. Then I thought about the memes I have … Continue reading →

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Just Another Monday

Posted on August 17, 2026 by Silver James

I don’t have much to report. It’s Monday. Jake is…I don’t know. He seems to get better and then stuff happens. He’s eating a bit more. He’s even taken a few treats and jerky strips. He’ll let us know when … Continue reading →

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Friday Fizzle

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Silver James

I’m late. Sorry. That said, this pretty much sums up me today. We see the vet again at 11:30 fo rmore tests. At least my car is running smoothly. See? I’m looking on the bright side. Better get your sunglasses … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Week, You’re Fired!

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Silver James

This week is fired. Unless our lottery ticket won something last night. I’m not holding my breath. Pardon the mini-rant/whine. First, Jake pupdate. We’re still waiting on the cancer test outcome. After texting and phone calls on Monday and Tuesday, … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: I’ve Got You

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Silver James

It’s Wednesday. I’m setting this up on Tuesday. In a bit of good news in the midst of worrying about Jake, I managed good enough words to garner an honorable mention in last week’s Thursday Threads. The judge had this … Continue reading →

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Tuesday: Jake

Posted on August 11, 2026 by Silver James

This picture of Jake “smiling” always makes me smile. He was getting a belly rub when I took this pic. Jake is currently at the vet’s. Last week, he started not eating. He’d nibble not not really eat. He would … Continue reading →

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Dog Days of Monday

Posted on August 10, 2026 by Silver James

You know it’s hot when the dogs melt before they finish their outside business. They go out and come back a minute later panting. I have to fill the birdbaths at least twice a day. And yes, there are bowls … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Untamed

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Silver James

I wouldn’t have seen this if a friend hadn’t emailed me. Well, I probably would have eventually because I’m a Lindsey Stirling fan and she pops up in my YouTube searches more often than not. That said, YAY! I got … Continue reading →

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