A few days ago I realized that Bells managed to get on my prompt calendar twice. I thought about replacing it, but then I concluded that I hadn’t done much with the bells filter I created the first time around. I had some fun detailing my bells with pieces of label stickers. New Poem TheContinue reading “Do You Hear What I Hear?”
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New Book: America’s Emerging Writers Anthology
Hi all and happy holiday season. I apologize for disappearing for a bit, but the transition from my time in New Orleans to home in the midst of NaNoWriMo kicked by butt. It was all I could do to get my 50,000 word win, YAY. I still haven’t gotten back into the swing ofContinue reading “New Book: America’s Emerging Writers Anthology”
Final Days Of 2017 Day 20: Fight For Your Right To Party!
This glittery Santa ornament still lives in its box. I thought about taking it out for the picture, but then he reminded me of The Prospector from Toy Story 2, so I left him in his box. #vss very short story Tears pushed at the corners of the collector’s eyes as he lifted Formalwear SantaContinue reading “Final Days Of 2017 Day 20: Fight For Your Right To Party!”
Christmas In Japan: Final Days of 2017 Day 19
I still haven’t been to Japan. I hope to visit some day. This pretty, colorful kimono seemed like an odd addition to the tree, so I thought I’d spend the day exploring Christmas traditions in Japan. You can read about Christmas traditions in Japan at All Things Christmas, The Culture Trip and Why Christmas? #vssContinue reading “Christmas In Japan: Final Days of 2017 Day 19”
#FD2017 Final Days Of 2017 Day 16: Joy To The World!
Many people put fake, plastic instruments on their Christmas trees. I like real ones. I received this Ocarina in a basket of world instruments as a Christmas gift. It adds gorgeous color to the tree and when the spirit moves, I can grab it and play along with my favorite carol. Or, in all honesty, make horribleContinue reading “#FD2017 Final Days Of 2017 Day 16: Joy To The World!”
Pink Flamingos: Final Days Of 2017 Day 17
I received these at a white elephant gift exchange. I think every tree needs some thoughtful pink flamingos. #vss very short story The reindeer became skittish as they got closer to Florida. A crew of pink flamingos were vying for their jobs and were always trying to show off for Santa. Trying not to kickContinue reading “Pink Flamingos: Final Days Of 2017 Day 17”
Final Days Of 2017 Day 16: Aloha Santa
In the mood for a Hawaiian Christmas? This Santa is. My sweetie and I agree he would know the words to Mele Kalikimaka, so we’re not sure what he’s looking at in this book. If you’d like to listen to the song here’s some Bing Crosby. #vss very short story Santa let his elf takeContinue reading “Final Days Of 2017 Day 16: Aloha Santa”
Stages Of Change – #FD2017 Final Days Of 2017 Day 14
#vss very short story “Now Chris Kringle, what happened to your neck?” asked Mrs. Claus when her husband came in after his package deliveries wearing a thick brace. Santa moaned and stiffly bent into his chair. “I thought it would be fun to let Tigger lead my sleigh last night.” Today’s Poetry Prompt and PoemContinue reading “Stages Of Change – #FD2017 Final Days Of 2017 Day 14”
Feeling Groovy – #FD2017 Final Days Of 2017 Day 13
Today, I took pictures of funny ornaments on my Mother’s Christmas tree. Many of them were mine, or ones I had played with as a child. This rosy-cheeked dandy was totally getting his groove on. #vss very short story Harry put on his bow-tie and his best top hat. He grabbed his dancing cane, readyContinue reading “Feeling Groovy – #FD2017 Final Days Of 2017 Day 13”
A Little Extra Luck – Final Days Of 2017 (#FD2017) Day 12
Green clovers aren’t traditionally symbols of the yuletide, but they fit the color scheme well enough. Who couldn’t use a little extra luck this time of year? #vss very short story Ashley bounced with glee when she saw the little man in a green tux coat and top hat crawling around looking for something byContinue reading “A Little Extra Luck – Final Days Of 2017 (#FD2017) Day 12”
Experience Writing 