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Fun, Quotes, Writing

Sandcastles

Rhonda

When writing a first draft, I have to remind myself constantly that I'm only shoveling sand into a box so later I can build castles.   Shannon Hale I've been struggling with my writing lately. Justifying the time it takes as well as the lure of everything else "out there" that sucks me in. All… Continue reading Sandcastles

Life Lessons, Quotes, Writing

Job, Career, or Life Mission

Rhonda

Do your days consist of a job, a career, or a life mission? Or are you one of the lucky ones who have combined all three? The Merriam-Webster dictionary describes "job" as: 1. a: a regular remunerative position b: a specific duty, role, or function c: something that has to be done or an undertaking… Continue reading Job, Career, or Life Mission

Family, Life Lessons, Writing

Like What You Do; Choose What You Love

Rhonda

What may appear to be a small difference between two things can lead to a significant difference in the ultimate enjoyment of something. Examples that immediately come to mind include: While a cup of coffee from Starbucks and a cup of Folgers are both coffee, there is a distinct difference between the two. Nikon and… Continue reading Like What You Do; Choose What You Love

Fun, Quotes, Writing

Permission to Write

Rhonda

This past weekend I was fortunate to attend a writer's conference in Niwot, CO, hosted by Rachel Weaver, founder of  Colorado Writing School. I went with enthusiasm for what I might learn and came away with so much more than that. I came away with a head chock full of knowledge, a soul with renewed… Continue reading Permission to Write