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If you can’t stay calm, make good art or dance.
I’m trying to stay calm in the storm of election season. In real life on a bad day, I tend to talk back to the radio, which is a silly thing to do. Right? Of course it is. Take a deep breath. Count to ten. But all that aside, I just had an art show … Continue reading
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Reflections
What’s on your mind today? I’ve been thinking about my work-in-progress. Well, I have multiple WIPs. Right now I’m focused on a sci-fi fairy tale. I want to finish the manuscript, go back to my Fairy Tale Asylum story and then to drafts of other stories. So many stories fluttering around in my head. I’ve … Continue reading
Thanks for the dance.
I’m two years out from my cancer treatment, and so far, so good. I see my oncologist this month for another check up. Fingers crossed. of course. When I hear of anyone who’s died of cancer, I pause. The closeness of that person to me doesn’t matter as a mix of feelings brew. A sense … Continue reading
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Fabric of the Universe
One late afternoon in my Florida childhood, another lightning storm rolled in. A wall of rain moved steadily over the lake towards our house. I love the change in the air and the smell. The lightning flashed and flashed and flashed. I knew to go inside, but the terrifying and amazing light fascinated me. I … Continue reading
Fingers-crossed and coffee mug filled!
With a little luck, I might write a lot this week before the summer semester begins. Fingers-crossed and coffee mug filled! Also, I have news. My incredibly supportive and lovely publisher has needed to make a change, and Plum Tree Books is no more. I’m sad, but I hope this will allow her to focus … Continue reading
My Ordinary Friday
Dear Internet, Today is an ordinary day. So far, anyway. I’ve spent time reading articles on dying from cancer and on things you should learn in design school. I’ve replied to posts on Facebook. I’ve done laundry and had several cups of coffee. I’m still drinking coffee. I’ve got to get the kiddo to do … Continue reading
