Down But Not Out

How the heck do you write when you’re down?

Yes, it’s the happiest time of year, so why have I asked this question? Not to bring you down. I asked because the Rubies are all about helping other writers and because while the holidays are pumped up by the advertising industry as being the happiest time of year, sadly for many they’re not. I ask because no one is safe from life’s crap and at some point (holiday or no holiday) you might need the advice I hope will be shared here.

I suffered a great...