Joanna Rice was one of those teenagers who had everything going for her. Her figure, face, and hair are the envy of almost every other girl in her school, even the ones who were one and two years older. Her intelligence was way above average, making most of her classes so easy she rarely had …
Writing Time Misplaced
I’ve recent embarked on a project in addition to my WiP Novel. I dare not say anymore about it because of a superstition I acquired long ago when I was a young teenage. If you want something to happen--if it’s close and dear to your heart--Do Not Talk About It! Don’t even mention it to …
Evasions of Writing
I guess anyone who considers themselves to be serious about writing have those rationalizations for not getting to the effort of the craft. Some find it more grueling to get to the task than others. With some, this burden is fitful depending on mood and/or the type of distractions. Others don’t seem to have the …
Systems, Order, and Clarity
I subscribe to a bi-weekly newsletter written and distributed by Jill Jepson. In her last news publication, she wrote about the perceptions concerning the writing process. Like Jill, I’ve been questioning the belief that writing should be done in a certain way. Not quite two months ago I wrote a post somewhat on the same …
Many Felines / #5
[Many Felines / #1] [Many Felines / #2] [Many Felines / #3] [Many Felines / #4] Charley the Protector and Miss Piggy Clarisse Jake’s and Mama’s second litter included three babies. However, the only one looking like Mama wandered too far and was ultimately ran over less than two blocks away from home. The two …
A Scripted Maze 