It hurts, that sting of the wasp. Red and swollen, itchy and hot, my knee ballooned. I have the feeling it will never be the same. Living with Nature Since I live in the woods, I decided that I can’t let a little wasp sting get me down. On day
Using the “I’m so busy” excuse
No June Post? I’ve been busy. Yes. We’ve all said it. We’ve all heard it. A million times. When our friends apologize for not texting or calling because “I’m so busy,” we shake our heads and say, “Yep. Me, too.” But beware. It’s code. What? Code? Code for what? “I’ve
Writing Competitions, Challenges, and Contests
Would you enter a writing competition for fame or for prize money? It’s neither for me. That’s not to say that I don’t want fame or money. I want both but they are not my main reasons for entering writing competitions. the most important reason that I participate is for
Website Photos: How do you choose?
Today you see crayons. Tomorrow, who knows? My photos are as changeable as the wind. They represent whatever I’m doing or thinking about at the time. I take many nature photos in my backyard. Trees, moss, garden flowers, small animals, insects, and birds are some of my subjects. A few
A Story Full of Questions
Have you ever written a story in which every sentence is a question? I did that for the first time today. The Source of the Prompt On the Premises is an online fiction magazine. They publish the winning short stories and flash fiction submitted for their writing contests. I found
Quietly Freaking Out: The Week That Was…
Last week was a roller coaster, and the ride is not yet over. There were planned events and then there was “news”. Some of the news was good. Some of it was exciting or nerve-wracking. But some… not so much. Personally and professionally, I was quietly freaking out. Easter Morning:
The Decision: Website or Writing?
Lately, this website has been a pain in my… well, you know. It takes time to work on it, and some days the decision boils down to choosing between working on the Website or Writing. WordPress Woes Although WordPress is not new to me, I’m no expert, and learning all
Fabulous February
February is going to be a great month. I just know it. Scenic Inspiration February started with a roar… coming in like a lion (or is that March?) with the biggest snowstorm we’ve had in years. In my neck of the woods (literally speaking), we have about eight inches of
How to de-stress during the holidays
Happy Holidays! What’s happy about it, you ask? Okay, so it’s not the best holiday ever. In fact, it’s up there with the most difficult holidays ever. Zoom and Facetime can help you to feel more connected but they just aren’t the same as a hug or a handshake. Wearing
Short Stories – What I’m Reading
Recently, I’ve made it a habit to read a couple of short stories every day. They help to pass the time waiting for the coffee to drip or in line at the grocery store. For me, it’s an entertaining education. My ability to differentiate between a good story and a