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May 27, 2017

Inklings Writers Retreat Opportunity

Do you remember when I went to my first writers retreat? If not, I have conveniently linked it for you here. Great experience, but I wanted more writing time. I’ve learned since then that...
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Published on May 27, 2017 14:38

May 17, 2017

Writer, You Are Not Alone

The lone writer furiously typing on her keyboard. Her isolated existence expanded by the wide world in her imagination. The depressed, melodramatic author slumped on a bar stool. He scribbles in a notebook with...
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Published on May 17, 2017 12:38

April 26, 2017

Author Biography

I’m at the nitty gritty part of my book release. I haven’t received the edits from the developmental editor yet. (Which in and of itself is terrifying.) Meanwhile, I’m working on my biography, acknowledgements,...
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Published on April 26, 2017 12:13

April 20, 2017

Daisy Flower Garden Journey

My girls held the final Daisy journey in their 18 month plan. We held the event at Mercer Arboretum, making it the third location. One of our goals is showing the girls, and their leaders,...
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Published on April 20, 2017 13:46

April 13, 2017

The Next Step: Querying

I’m not completely new to querying. I’ve sent out my two short stories to multiple magazines as they search for a home. (Duotrope is my friend.) Neither have found one yet. Translation? I’ve been...
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Published on April 13, 2017 09:43

April 7, 2017

How to Host Your Very Own Pinewood Derby, Klein Trails Grand Prix Version

I’m writing to let you know that YOU can do this, too. The girls LOVE to race. The girls LOVE to work with their dads. (It’s not all dads, but heavily leans toward them.)...
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Published on April 07, 2017 12:36

March 31, 2017

Klein Trails Grand Prix, our version of Pinewood Derby

The 4th annual Klein Trails Grand Prix wrapped up Saturday. As we handed out the certificates and metals and trophies, I couldn’t help but feel sorry for all the girls who don’t get to...
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Published on March 31, 2017 14:20

March 20, 2017

Mondays are Awesome…No, Really

I LOVE Mondays. Don’t hate. Hold on. Let me explain.   1. Peaceful House After having the kids running around wreaking havoc, they GO TO SCHOOL. It’s so quiet in the house, I can...
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Published on March 20, 2017 07:19