March is not yet half over, but spring seems nearly here in my little corner of the world. Today I saw a crocus blooming in my garden. More exciting is the fact our migrating vultures have returned in droves, filling … Continue reading →
It’s no secret that cats own the Internet. But how did that happen? I heard an interesting theory the other day. It regards the very nature of these beasts. Cats’ canine counterparts require regular walks, or at least outdoor trips. … Continue reading →
There is so much writing software available today it makes me dizzy. A friend recently raved about something to the degree that I decided to try it out. Sure. Fine. Step one, it’s officially installed. Since then I have imported … Continue reading →
I have been dragged kicking and screaming into the modern electronic era but only to a certain degree. The Oxford comma is still pertinent to me. Likewise, my habitual double spacing after each sentence continued until only recently. I’ve finally … Continue reading →
Traditional Chinese dance, instrumentation, costumes, and storytelling all fascinate me. This attraction is one of my earliest memories. As a very small child I actually snuck into my mother’s bedroom and borrowed her Mandarin collared satin pajama top. Too short … Continue reading →
Tired of feeling like a lump, I recently discovered the joys of working out. I’m learning as a novice that increased fitness relies on alternating exercises. No surprise there. No doubt circuit training has its place, too – set routines … Continue reading →
Wisdom abounds about writing goals – so many words written a day, keeping certain routines, having accountability. Many kindly authors will share their valuable tips when asked. Yet each individual is different. To this day none of these ideas have … Continue reading →
The Violet Goby~~~~ Fan-like fins waving Parade dragon parody A shimmering dance ~
Continue reading →I read a very interesting list yesterday of forty quotes for pessimistic people. Many are understandably bleak statements. One, however, struck me as quite optimistic. Robert Louis Stevenson reportedly said, “To travel hopefully is a better thing than to arrive.” … Continue reading →
Many years ago I discovered a website through which people shared their stories. I met some really great people and read some remarkable fiction. Another unexpected discovery turned out to be learning a miniature story format termed the drabble. Each … Continue reading →