Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Wednesday Words: No Fear

How can we be so close to saying goodbye to the old year and greeting the new year? Yikes! It seems like just last week that I was posting the fisrt snippet of the year. Yet here we are with … Continue reading

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: New Year’s Cowgirl Breakfast Casseole

Probably everybody and their grandma has a variation of this recipe, right? Plus, who wants to get up and slave away in the kitchen on New Year’s Day? There are parards to watch, bowls games, family stuff, and the occasional … Continue reading

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Monday of Christmas Past

I hope everyone survied the Siberian Slam (or whatever it’s being called). Talk about putting kinks in holiday plans! Around here, we hit the 40s yesterday. We were all ready after sub-freesing temps for 72 hours leading up to the … Continue reading

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Friday Sinema: Call of Duty

I can’t help myself. I LOVE Christmas light shows that are “personal.” People who decorate their yards and house then computerize the lights to go with music. Who has the time and talent?!?! This is a new one for me … Continue reading

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Kiss

Baby, it’s not just cold outside, it is FRIGID!!! This is me —> 🥶. I’m in my fuzzy jammies, clutching my cup of hot coffee and wrapped in a fleece blanket typing this. If it snowed and looked pretty oustide, … Continue reading

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Wednesday Words: The Cat Who Came for Christmas

It’s Wednesday and that means words. Today’s prompt comes only from #ThursdayThreads…for reasons. Our inspiration is “I’m on my way.” That led to 250 words and the barest bones of what’s below. As promised, here’s a free Christmas story that’s … Continue reading

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Christmas Cocoa Bombs

Sometimes, we get caught up in the holiday rush and somebody get lost between the lines. Here’s a pretty easy way to create a last-solution. FYI, I featured this recipe two years ago but it bears repeating. Not only will … Continue reading

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‘Twas the Monday Before Christmas

…and all through the house, all the creatures were stirring, even a mouse. Pete in his garage, Loki lickity-split, Boone in his bumbles and Jake in his vest, all waiting for the weather and the presents to come. Hey, I … Continue reading

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Friday Sinema: Christmas Code 3

Yes, I am a sucker for stuff like this. No, I will not apoligize. Sit back and enjoy. I’m down to a few last presents and stocking stuffers. I’m out there today taking care of that business and this video … Continue reading

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal MIA

Today’s message is a short one. While the Universe is more than likely referring to what’s in our lives, as a writer, I’m always looking at the message behind the message as it applies to what I do in and … Continue reading

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