100 Days of Fraddtastic Writing

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journaling, project, writing

Ten days ago, I committed to 100 days of journaling. It seems ironic to me that it has taken a week and a half for me to write about it, but these days I have other writing to write about.

Offer: Five Minute Friday (erm…Monday)

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free-writing, library, writing

“i’m feeling emo and anti-social today. if i’m quiet, please don’t take offense.”

Foothills Voices – Volume 2: Honeymoon Lane

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anthology, books, encouragement, family, feelings, heroes, library, writing

Joining the Foothills Voices writing project took a step of bravery (and a confidence boost from my mother.) My idea for a contribution changed several times before I landed on my final iteration.

Telling My Appalachian Story

Hard to believe over a year ago, thanks to some encouragement from my mom, I gambled on myself.

October – Things Loved, Said, Learned & Read

Nearing the end of month, its once again time to consider some things from the past month. These snippets – four somethings – are a small look at how I’ve spent this beginning of autumn. My morning walks, which I started in July, have long since been abandoned. Like it or not, the days are getting shorter. All the more reason to cherish the small moments.

Truth in Story

Currently I’m reading Walking on Water by Madeleine L’Engle. She insists all story is truth. Going beyond the genres of fiction and non-fiction, the heart of anything worth reading speaks truth into our lives.

Why – 31 Days of Oct-ember

My personality requires routine in most things, and writing is no exception. While I wanted to participate in the Write 31 challenge – posting something every day for the month of October – I also know my limitations.

Finding My Way {FMF}

This morning, for the first time, I felt truly like I’ve found my way in the writing project I joined earlier in the year.

38 Reasons to Be Thankful

For my 38th birthday last week, I decided to tweet 38 things for which I am grateful. I began the thread a day or so before my birthday, and finished up today. Below are the screenshots of those posts. Also, if you don’t already follow me on Twitter, click on over!

Four Somethings {May}

Something Loved

My niece, nephew, and dad all have May birthdays!  We did lots of celebrating this month, including 8th grade prom for my mini-me and the little man earning the top (all around) award for his grade.  Both kids attended new schools this year, and I love to see how they are thriving!