I like being a hermit. What that means is that I like staying home, doing my own thing, living my own life and not having to 'people' very often. Having said that, I get complacent with the clutter of everyday living as I hermit. Harvested onions and drying dishes vie for countertop space, the vacuum... Continue Reading →
What?!? A Down Day?!? J.K.!
Ah, no such thing as that for me, I'm afraid. I reviewed my calendar for the day this morning, and it turns out that I don't have appointments, my kids are in their happy places and are not requesting or requiring my attendance, and of course, there is no money for shopping (grinning at that... Continue Reading →
Liberating the Clutter (or, ‘How NOT to eBay’)
I began an eBay business a few years ago and have bought and sold a lot since the beginning. "It will be fun," my friend said. She lied. Well, not entirely. It has been fun, and I have had some ups and downs, but I have also learned a few things along the way. First,... Continue Reading →
Story Starts and Ideas, Now Where Did I Put Those?
I was searching for a story I had begun about a year ago, thinking it would be a good one to submit to an online magazine. I never did find it, but I found several story ideas that I had jotted down on the fly over the last few months. Many are one liners, designed... Continue Reading →
Irons in the Fire
I think that would be a great title, but that's what's going on with me today. Writing, taking care of the 'store', working an outside/one day job, and of course, the ever-present household chores. I think I've learned to juggle rather well. I am in the midst of a western right now. I've hashed out... Continue Reading →
Choosing the Storyline
I guess it's going to take the flip of a coin or two. I've chosen today as a "writing" day, and now that I am at the place where I create the best, hot tea in hand, I'm trying to decide which of the storylines I want to work on. As I mull over each's... Continue Reading →
Thoughts for This Fine Friday
My days have suddenly become free, which has created a small dilemma. How shall I fill my time? For today, should I finish painting the living room, work on my novel, finish the artwork on my Christmas cards, shampoo the carpets, dive into the planning of my garden, or go shopping for the lumber for... Continue Reading →
Creativity vs. Execution
No, this is not a Halloween decorating blog tonight, though hmm, it could be...*idea* I am inspired into creativity by so many people as well as my surroundings, and the Lord knows I love to dabble! I have done woodworking projects, made candles, knotted a macrame wall art piece from the oak tree that came... Continue Reading →
Once Upon a Time, I Had a True Green Thumb
It's funny how a random task can trigger memories. I was washing the dishes from the projects I had going in the kitchen tonight - salsa, avocado bread, dried jalapenos, and the memory of me washing dishes at my home while growing up popped into the forefront. I always seemed to be the one to... Continue Reading →
God and Garlic
After my ever-present coffee, church was next on my agenda. My takeaway from the service today was about being the person who bears fruit. The last few weeks have been a struggle for me - conflict with my family, my budget, and my health. It was really, and I mean REALLY hard to see God's... Continue Reading →
