On writing

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I’ve had a new revelation about writing. Perhaps better said, a renewed revelation. It’s hard. Conk to the forehead right? Here’s what I mean. Writing is fun and exciting, a creative journey that is satisfying to the core of my heart. It’s emotionally fulfilling. Once the first draft is down and I think I’ve aspired to something on the outer …

Getting in the holiday spirit

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It’s not snowing outside, but I’m getting in the Christmas spirit. Of course, the last time it “snowed” in central Florida was ’89 and I-75 turned into a parking lot. We had a great Thanksgiving with my family in Knoxville. My mom’s home is always so cozy and inviting. I inherited my aversion to over head lights from her. We …