“When at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” – Frederick Maryat Last year, I resolved to read one book each month. I read eighteen books in 2019. I also resolved to write 600 words a day. I didn’t come close to that number, but I wrote often without worrying about my daily word count. …
Category: Writers
Dec 04
Time to Purge
Both my New Year’s resolutions and my new word list begin with “purge.” How about that for multitasking! Purge is the perfect word for what needs to happen at my house. I have too many books and magazines to finish reading in my lifetime. My closets hold more clothes than I’ll ever wear. I also …
Nov 04
URGENT MESSAGE: Get the Real ID
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” St. Augustine Everyone enjoys traveling without a hitch. No one likes delays, cancelations, lost luggage, or any other problem. Now we have something new to worry about. If you fly domestically, you must have a federally compliant driver’s license called …
Nov 01
Episode 3: Death Offers a New Perspective
Amazing Journeys Online Episode 3: Death Offers a New Perspective The wolf reached up, extending claws that dug into the tree trunk. In a smooth movement, she pulled up, back paws gaining purchase. The wolf’s gaze never left her prey. Socrates swallowed. He scanned his “Hero” sheet, which appeared as a white document hovering in …
Oct 04
The World is a Book
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” St. Augustine Efficient packing for trips begins with great shopping. Your luggage choices depend upon your destination and how much you wish to pack. I suggest bags with wheels unless you’re traveling to cities that don’t allow wheeled bags that …