Photo by Nedelcu Catalin on Pexels.com "Here is my very, very rough draft," I have said many times before, as if my first draft is the only one on Earth that is less than perfect. I always felt the need to warn my teachers and peers that something wasn't finished because I wasn't satisfied with… Continue reading Three Activities for Artists to Help Overcome Perfectionism
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Flash Fiction: “Pink”
Photo by Magda Ehlers on Pexels.com "For sale: baby shoes, never worn."Ernest Hemingway On the day I found out, it snowed. Tiny flakes falling from a white abyss that we call “sky.” They landed on my bare head and teased the dry skin on my face. I hid my hands in my coat pockets and… Continue reading Flash Fiction: “Pink”
Poem: “Almost Poetry”
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com There’s a section in my Notes app That I titled “Writing Notes.” You ask me what it’s for, So I tell you, "I like to jot down ideas before I forget them." But really, it’s almost poetry. Forty pages worth of scattered thoughts. Fragments of my imagination. You ask to read… Continue reading Poem: “Almost Poetry”
Quote of the Week: “The only way to learn…”
Happy Monday! As we enter this new week, each of us has hopes, goals, and fears. Unfortunately, our fears can often hinder us from achieving our goals. We want to find friends, but we're afraid no one will like us, which is why we make excuses not to go out. We want to make things… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “The only way to learn…”
Using the Enneagram for Richer Characterization Continued: Types 5-9
Photo by Du01b0u01a1ng Nhu00e2n on Pexels.com Why do you read stories? You probably have numerous answers. We read stories to learn and escape from reality. Sometimes we read just because we're told to, but many times we read because we can relate to the stories being told. This is why it is essential for storytellers… Continue reading Using the Enneagram for Richer Characterization Continued: Types 5-9
Mastering the Art of Rest: Simple Activities for Your Day Off
Photo by Kasuma on Pexels.com Happy Labor Day! This Monday, I wanted to share something a little different from my typical "Quote of the Week" post. I've noticed that many people don't really know how to rest. Oftentimes, when people get a day off work, they'll do chores around their house or run errands. If… Continue reading Mastering the Art of Rest: Simple Activities for Your Day Off
Using the Enneagram for Richer Characterization in Stories: Types 1-4
Photo by Davi Pimentel on Pexels.com Imagine you go to a party. You walk in the door and cross the room. Then you realize that everyone's wearing the same outfit, has the same hairstyle, and is holding the same drink. Everyone is also talking the same way. They exhibit the same mannerisms and display the… Continue reading Using the Enneagram for Richer Characterization in Stories: Types 1-4
Five Ways I Keep My Creativity Flowing Throughout the Week
Photo by ROMAN ODINTSOV on Pexels.com It's been my dream for a while now to become a full-time author. Being able to focus on my stories and poems without having to worry about a different job is very appealing. Unfortunately, it's not always the most realistic. If it's God's will, I'll get to that point… Continue reading Five Ways I Keep My Creativity Flowing Throughout the Week
Poem: “Someday, I’ll Write About You”
Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com Someday, I’ll write about you. I’ll do that magical thing that can turn dead hearts into poetry And resurrect sweet memories. I’ll store nostalgia on paper And let my wounds bleed with the ink of my pen. I’ll turn what once was into words. Someday, I’ll look at the… Continue reading Poem: “Someday, I’ll Write About You”
5 Storytelling Tips for Writers: What I’ve Learned from My Favorite Fiction Books
Photo by mali maeder on Pexels.com What will captivate my readers? It's the question that looms over every writer's head. We continuously seek ways that will help us hook our readers from the first page of our story to the last. If you're a writer or storyteller who struggles with this, then this post is… Continue reading 5 Storytelling Tips for Writers: What I’ve Learned from My Favorite Fiction Books
Sometimes It Takes a Lifetime: A Reflection of Growth and Transformation
Photo by Ray Bilcliff on Pexels.com We all love hero stories. We like having someone we can always count on to do the right thing. There's something about the hero's bravery, endurance, and sacrificial love that gives us hope. My personal favorite hero stories come from the Marvel movies. But here's the thing: most of… Continue reading Sometimes It Takes a Lifetime: A Reflection of Growth and Transformation
Poem: “The Facade”
Photo by Marcelo Gonzalez on Pexels.com What if I told you, this is a fairytale? What if you knew I decorated the walls of my castle, So that you wouldn’t look inside? What if I told you, I dress up my flaws with pretty words So you can’t see the dead secrets I bury? I… Continue reading Poem: “The Facade”
Practicing Sincerity: Learning How to be Truly Happy for Others in Their Success
Photo by Hassan OUAJBIR on Pexels.com When someone tells you about something exciting in their life, what is your immediate reaction? Are you excited for them, or do you feel jealous? Do you ask them questions about this news, or do you not really care? It often depends on the person and the information they… Continue reading Practicing Sincerity: Learning How to be Truly Happy for Others in Their Success
Short Story: “The Boy Who Found Time” Part 2
Here is the second and last part of my short story, "The Boy Who Found Time." If you haven't read Part 1, you can do so here. I hope you enjoy reading it! I also love hearing from you, so feel free to leave feedback and tell me what you think. Photo by Trinity Kubassek… Continue reading Short Story: “The Boy Who Found Time” Part 2
Short Story: “The Boy Who Found Time” Part 1
Last week, I gave you a sneak peek of my short story, and it's finally ready for you to read! It has two parts, and I will post Part 2 next Wednesday. Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss it. Without further ado, I hope you enjoy this original short story, "The Boy… Continue reading Short Story: “The Boy Who Found Time” Part 1
Short Story Sneak Peek: “The Boy Who Found Time”
Photo by Brett Sayles on Pexels.com What if time was a person? What if you could convince him to give you more moments with the person you love? I explore these ideas in my upcoming short story, "The Boy Who Found Time." I've been writing this story for several weeks now, but I'm finally in… Continue reading Short Story Sneak Peek: “The Boy Who Found Time”
The Sun Still Rises: Finding Joy in Change
The photos below were both taken on March 12th around 7:30 a.m., but I didn't take them on the same day. I took the first picture exactly one year ago, in 2024, and I took the second one today, in 2025. A gorgeous March sunrise in 2024 A beautiful March sunrise in 2025 Now that… Continue reading The Sun Still Rises: Finding Joy in Change
Poem: “An Author’s Word Problem”
Photo by Ketut Subiyanto on Pexels.com This page Won’t let me write all over it. These words block me. I keep telling myself, “Write now, Or time will take you.” But I’ve been at it or so wrong. I try making cents out of it. I play the words And think about the cost and… Continue reading Poem: “An Author’s Word Problem”
5 Journaling Prompts to Help Reduce Stress
Photo by Jess Bailey Designs on Pexels.com Sometimes our heartbeat can't keep up with the worries racing in our minds. Sometimes all we can do is pace around the room and try not to explode. Sometimes we're paralyzed and can't even stand. If you're struggling against the waves and just barely keeping your head above… Continue reading 5 Journaling Prompts to Help Reduce Stress
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