Windswept Gratitude in Fall
Windswept gratitude is all about finding creativity, courage, and thankfulness amid chaos, fear, and the resistance that comes with new beginnings.
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How Autumn Teaches Writers to Let Go
Autumn is the perfect season for writers to reflect on the art of letting go. Just as trees release their leaves, writers can release scenes, drafts, and ideas that no longer serve their stories.
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Nutting Day: A Forgotten Feast of Courage and Love
Nutting Day, a forgotten autumn tradition tied to hazelnuts and Celtic folklore, teaches us about courage, resilience, and the romance of thresholds between endings and beginnings.
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When the Leaves Turn, the Clock Ticks
It’s not easy, but writers and creatives can transition from the freedom of summer to fall deadlines with intention, avoiding hustle culture while embracing mindful, sustainable productivity.
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A Constellation of Tears
This week begins the highlight of the Perseid Meteor shower and the spectacular cosmic display often called the Tears of St. Lawrence.
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On Frogs, Devils, and Romance Writers
Writing romance means facing Resistance (the Devil) and doing the hard work (eating the frog). So here are six soulful, practical action steps to help you write with courage, quiet the fear, and rediscover the joy of telling love stories.
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Breaking the Book
Sometimes you have to break the notebook to get past the fear and find your miracle.
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The End of the Year has No Fear
This time of year, as we look forward and back, it’s easy to let fear get in the way. So here’s a list of tools to help us get past the fear and into that place where we can work toward the life of our dreams.
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A Saint Nicholas for Advent
Now that Advent is here, It’s time to choose my Advent book. And this year, I’m reading The True Saint Nicholas: Why He Matters to Christmas. So far, it’s great!
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A Story for Veterans Day
One of my favorite stories of military heroism comes from the Korean War, and Captain Leonard LaRue’s daring rescue of refugees after the Battle of Chosin Reservoir.
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The Tears of St. Lawrence
Tonight is the last night of the Perseid Meteor shower and the spectacular cosmic display often called the Tears of St. Lawrence.
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Chasing Butterflies
What my 11-year old son and a bee taught me about happiness and the stress of comparison.
