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On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: It’s Alive–Sort of

Posted on March 30, 2023 by Silver James

Yes, I’ve been MIA. To let you know how ugh I feel, I went 72 hours with a cup of coffee. Yes, seriously. LG caught something and his started last Friday night with severe chills. I mean, like teeth-chettering, hand-shaking … Continue reading →

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Lion Like a Monday

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Silver James

This is the last Monday in March and this year, March reversed things–sort of. It kinda came in like a lamb and is trying to go out like a lion–especially in the southeast. Terrible storms in Mississippi and Georgia over … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinma: Polka Party

Posted on March 24, 2023 by Silver James

Catchy tune. Crazysauce effects. And a cat with rhythm. This has no purpose but sheer, inane fun. I dare you to sit still. Me? I’m imitating both the cat and the girl. Also, I love how the people in the … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Yep

Posted on March 23, 2023 by Silver James

I don’t always keep the messages I receive from the Universe. More often than not, I read them, thing, “Huh!” and delete them. Then there are the ones that click on the light bulb and I’m like, “Oh heck yeah!” … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Who’s Asking?

Posted on March 22, 2023 by Silver James

Midweek means words. It is Wednesday after all. I have new words. They aren’t fancy but they do move the overall story along and this scene happens closer to the end. I’m getting there. Slowly. Not very surely, but progress. … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Chicken Soup Books

Posted on March 21, 2023 by Silver James

Yesterday was crazy! I was home early in the morning, for a little bit around noon, and then got back from the doctor’s and LG errands a bit after 5 p.m. By that time I was pooped. It was dinner … Continue reading →

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Monday Once More

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Silver James

It’s Monday. What does that keep happening? Of course, if you stop and think about it, NOT having Monday roll around would be a bad thing. Happy First Day of Spring! You can’t prove that it IS Spring by the … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: A Little Bit Irish

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Silver James

Happy St. Patrick’s Day. I think we’re all a bit Irish today. Luckily, I actually am part Irish–according to my DNA. Way back in the day, Only and I went to see Riverdance (with Michael Flatley) when they were on … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Results

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Silver James

The Universe is at it again. This popped up in my inbox yesterday. As soon as I read the email message, I knew I had to post the big U’s wisdom. While I look at it through the eyes and … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Don’t Laugh

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Silver James

So, I’m thisss close *holds thumb and forefinger about an inch apart* to typing The End on Crossfire. What little writing I’ve managed since the diagnosis and eye surgeries have been concentrated on scenes to finish it off. Until last week. The … Continue reading →

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