• Stronger, Not Easier

    My gym always has motivational quotes on the dry erase board. Today’s said, “It doesn’t get easier. We get stronger.” But the quote didn’t make me think about the number…

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    Takeaways From My First Writers Conference

    Last Saturday, I had the opportunity to attend my first writers conference: The 2019 Florida Writing Workshop in Tampa. It provided me with the opportunity to connect with fellow writers,…

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    When Inspiration Strikes…

    On my 30th Birthday, I made a promise to myself…“When inspiration strikes, honor it.” I’ve made a conscious effort to live by the mantra ever since.  I’ve also learned that…

  • A Love Affair

    My love affair with writing began during childhood… I was eight years old when my name was called over the loud-speaker at my school-wide assembly. I didn’t even enter the Creative…