Author’s Note: Every once in a while I like to publish a writing prompt on Twitter (@sueremi). I like the challenge of coming up with a short statement that fits the size of a Tweet, yet, still offers something that inspires a story. For this month’s blog, I used one of those prompts to experiment …
March 2015 archive
Mar 23
“There Is a Seat for Every Ass”
P.T. Barnum is supposed to have said that in reference to filling up his Circus’s Big Tent with paying customers. Or so I’ve been led to believe for many years because I’ve used this quote in the past. But when I go to famous quotes websites I find no attribute to Barnum or anyone else. …
Mar 21
I Do Not Believe…
This is an opinion piece. It expresses my opinion and only my opinion. I hope, after you read this, you will agree with me. I understand that you may not. Either way, I look forward to reading your comments in the Comments Section at the end. – Claire Murray “I Do Not Believe…” At a …
Mar 18
Do You (Still) Read Books?
When is the last time you read a book? My answer to that question is: late February. But my real answer should be: I don’t read enough. And that’s a sad thing for a writer. I talk a lot about the way we wrote as kids, just for the fun of it, no expectations, just …
Mar 16
The Gentleman’s Game and a Lady’s Ambition
Dear Readers, I had planned on blogging about a carpenter who uses his professional talents in his pastime of building sand sculptures. I met him and his wife last month and intend to share his story. However, I’ve decided to submit that article to a magazine and hope to get it published. For those of …