My novel, Shear Madness, Book One in The Melanie Hogan Mystery Series, gets shipped off for a final edit this week. The planned release is in July. 🙂 The rest of this month I'm going to focus on the revision of Book Two, Shear Deception. And then July 1st it's off to Camp again for Camp… Continue reading A Little of This, A Little of That
Category: Nature
Running is Cheaper Than Therapy
I've posted in the past that running is my therapy. And a whole lot cheaper! Running in the early morning is when my mind churns out ideas for my novels or short stories, or brings to light an answer to something I've been praying for. However, that being said, this typically only happens when I'm running outside in nature,… Continue reading Running is Cheaper Than Therapy
Productive Thinking
When I'm running or biking is when ideas for new work, or my work in progress, flows. It's then that life seems to teach me what it wants me to learn, and when my thoughts are somewhat productive. Not only does running and biking exercise my body, but my mind as well. This morning I was listening… Continue reading Productive Thinking
Hodgepodge
There's a lot that's swirling around in my head these days, the top of that list being sheer gratitude for life in general. There's something about starting and ending the day with a simple "Thank You" that makes all the rest in between all the sweeter. It's hard to believe it was a few short… Continue reading Hodgepodge
Timeout Tuesday
As I prepare to take on the whirlwind joy ride of NaNoWriMo Friday at midnight, I'm finding joy in taking deep breaths of relaxation this week. “Keep your faith in all beautiful things. In the sun when it is hidden. In the spring when it is gone.” — Roy Rolfe Gilson
Timeout Tuesday
Monday is over (though in truth, I've never minded Monday's), and it's time to take a breather before beginning your Tuesday. Happy Tuesday my friends! 🙂 “Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” — Albert Camus
Timeout Tuesday
 I took a timeout from the busyness of life yesterday to work on--and complete--the first draft of a new novel, Shear Madness. Hallelujah! 🙂 Now to breathe in the sweetness of that accomplishment with a little bit of God's handiwork. "To go out with the setting sun on an empty beach is to truly embrace your… Continue reading Timeout Tuesday
Timeout Tuesday
For just a moment, leave the clatter and noise of the world behind and walk with me through the serene beauty of God's blessings.  “In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.” — John Muir
Timeout Tuesday
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace… Continue reading Timeout Tuesday
Timeout Tuesday
Slowly breathe in the fragrance of nature, and experience the peace and tranquility of God's blessings.  “The earth has music for those who listen.” - George Santayana