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October 22, 2013
Harsh
“Please, Mom? I’ll do anything,” Josh pleaded.
“No.” She didn’t even flinch. “Don’t ask again. I’m won’t repeat myself.”
“But Mom…” He’d never wanted anything so bad in his life.
“Okay, that’s it. Just remember: you brought this on yourself.” She pulled the duct tape out of her purse.
“No, wait. I’m sorry.”
“Too late.”
Daily Prompt: Harsh
October 21, 2013
October 18, 2013
Got Community?
Writing is not usually a team sport. It lends itself to the solitary lifestyle. Some days, I don’t even change out of my pajamas, let alone shower.
But this is where writing communities can be helpful. And I’m involved in a few.
I’m a founding member of an online group of writers. We call ourselves Wordsmith Studio. It is a fantastic group that is always ready to provide encouragement, comment on work, and inspire you to new heights. I love it!
I’m also a founding member of a local writing group, Wicked Wordsmiths of the West. We met through NaNo write-ins and word sprints last November. We normally meet once a month at the local library and share resources, short pieces of writing, and have fun writing activities. We are currently prepping for NaNo this year and meeting once a week to plan our projects. Once November starts, we’ll be meeting at least once a week for word sprints to cheer each other on to our word count goals.
And I’ve recently joined another online writing group, Writer’s Carnival. This online group is centered around writing and reviewing. Before you can post your writing, you must review at least three pieces already posted. This ensures everyone is getting peer feedback. They also have tons of great contests with cash (and other) prizes. For another month, you can join and get a year membership free, but after that they will begin charging a small fee. So HURRY! The newest addition to this group is Classes. They’ve got three starting in a little over a week: Starting a New Blog (taught be me!), Starting Your Novel, and Self-Editing. Since this is the first group of classes being offered, you can get them at a discount. There are lots more planned to start in January and make fantastic gifts for writers (hint, hint). 
Do you belong to any groups, online or otherwise? How to they help keep you motivated and on task? Are you looking to join a writing group? Feel free to visit the ones I mentioned above. They are all very welcoming to new members. See you there!
Daily Prompt: Community
October 15, 2013
October 12, 2013
October 11, 2013
Not Even the Trees
Warmly colored leaves soften the cold forest floor beneath me. I scour the sky for meaning, in vain.
The encroachment of evergreens and branches keep secrets. I shriek for answers that will never come, and tears burn unimpeded into my ears.
But no one’s listening to me, not even the trees.
And you’re still gone.
Written for Week 2 (Relationships) of Jane Ann McLachlan’s Memoir & Backstory Blog Challenge
(Read about the 2013 Challenge - click here)
2013 Participants:
Jane Ann McLachlan
Joy Weese Moll @joyweesemoll
Amanda M Darling
Katie Argyle
PK Hrezo
Claudette Young
Kay Kauffman
Leslie
Deb Stone Twitter: @iwritedeb
Gerry Wilson
Susan Hawthorne
Satia Renee
Bonnie
Angie
Pearl Ketover Prilik
Rebecca Barray (occassional)
Lara Britt (occasional)
Linda G Hatton (occasional)
Stephanie Ingram (Unable to join us now – maybe later)
Signed up but haven’t posted yet:Terri Rowe, Anastacia, Stacey Rene, Talynn
October 10, 2013
Addicted
I’m addicted to reading.
The world could fall apart around me, but if my nose is in a book, I wouldn’t even notice. I have a hard time putting a book down before it’s finished. Even (especially) when there’s something else I should be doing, like writing, laundry, dishes, and even wiping baby butts. All I need is my kindle, and a soft, warm blanket, I’m lost to the world.
What about you? What are you doing, instead of what you should?
Daily Prompt: Addicted
