Two days after completing Ironman USA in Lake Placid, I flew to Atlanta to attend The RWA National Conference. Four incredible days packed with information, energy, and thousands of other writers, not to mention the bonus of spending the evenings with my son and daughter-in-law. I chose workshops to learn about career, craft, research, and […]
Can two or more writers sit in a room together and be productive? Does it help or hurt concentration? What are the benefits of having a writer’s retreat? And what exactly is one? Spending more than a few days in one place with fellow writers can be rejuvenating. Picture two or more laptops set up […]
I’ve neglected my blog – I’m sorry, but I’ve been busy revising my WIP’s (works in progress). The National Conference always gives us writers something to think about. We (or at least I do) reevaluate our work and look for ways to improve it. Well, that’s all part of the process, right? Is it tight enough? […]
I took a break from my WIP today and went for a walk. Usually, I run Forest Park, but today I decided to walk the park instead. I came across a group of small children, their laughter like magic. The sky was gray, the air misty with rain, but that did not dampen their joy. […]
To all our family and friends — We are thankful you are in our lives. We are blessed to know you. We wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. May your weekend be filled with love and happiness, warmth and laughter, good food and the company of loved ones. Enjoy! Christine & John […]
I’ve lost the month of December. Can’t seem to find it anywhere. When I looked at my calendar this morning, reality hit — Christmas is just around the bend, and I’m very behind with my preparations. Normally, I’m organized, lists are made by Halloween, cards are mailed just after Thanksgiving, packages are bought, wrapped, & mailed […]
A few weeks ago, I watched a DVD called, The Secret. It was recommended by a fellow writer, and I must tell you it is quite powerful stuff. Incidentally, I just read a blurb about it last week in People magazine. Anyway, it’s about the laws of attraction. Wish and it will come. I’ve always […]
I woke up this morning with two sets of characters playing tug-of-war in my mind. I went for a run and decided to ignore both groups. Today, I’m going to revise (yet again) The Chase is Over, my first ms. I’ve decided to get it ready to pitch at the RWA National Conference in July. […]
To those of you who signed up for my newsletter – Thank you. My plan is to begin sending news flashes at the beginning of August. I’m racing an Ironman race on July 23 and attending the RWA National Conference the week following the race. I should have lots of news to share by August 1st. […]
John and I are counting down to race day. Less than five weeks to go. We’ve been training long — three hour runs, five to six hour bike rides, one hour swims — and we’re feeling the St. Louis heat. Two weekends in a row, we rode in 101 degree weather; talk about wringing every […]