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Day Eighteen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey

DAY 18: A Genealogy Clue My interest in genealogy research continues to inspire me. Today was no different. I learned more information about a possible clue in finding our rumored Native American lineage: a name passed down from my great grandmother that turns out to be a city in Northern Michigan. I immediately went intoContinue reading “Day Eighteen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”

Day Seventeen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey

Yes, I missed yesterday’s entry (Day 17).  I thought about it…drafted an entire post…all in my head. Then I decided that sleep was more important than staying up late just to ramble on about how I didn’t really have any writing updates.  You’re welcome! So, today you will get two entries. Let’s get started withContinue reading “Day Seventeen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”

Day Fifteen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey

DAY 15: Try Again Tomorrow Another day under the weather = a lack of writing. However, I was determined not to miss an entry in this Writer’s Journey. My goal tomorrow is to focus specifically on my fiction pieces. Another day = another opportunity! All the best, Kelly

Day Fourteen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey

As I journey towards turning “writer” from a self-proclaimed label to professional title, I’ve decided to give myself a focused challenge. Each day, from now until January 11, 2016, I hereby pledge to focus on my writings: novel, screenplay drafts, stage play rewrites, TV pilot scenes, etc. Documenting my progress each day will help keepContinue reading “Day Fourteen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”

3 Tips For Blocked Writers

Next time you’re in the midst of a writing project and hit a creative block, try the following tips… WALK IT OFF Literally, that is. If you’ve been staring at the computer screen cursor for more than ten minutes, with no progress, walk away! Whether you walk from the dining room table to the kitchenContinue reading “3 Tips For Blocked Writers”

Day Thirteen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey: Motivational Monday Poem

DAY 13: Thought Bubbles What shall I say When my turn comes To tell the tale requested Shall I relay a story based In truth or that of fiction To entertain and inspire What shall I sing When the curtain parts For those who wish to dream   Shall I perform to the heavens aboveContinue reading “Day Thirteen of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey: Motivational Monday Poem”

Day Twelve of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey: Sunday SoulJourn

DAY 12: Distressed Whole Ever feel like you’re immersed in a world so distressed that no amount of love, joy, positivity, compassion, wisdom, acceptance, or hope you exude can make an impact? That’s what depression feels like. I look at the world around me and I see anger, hatred, bigotry, violence, cruelty, and social injustice.Continue reading “Day Twelve of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey: Sunday SoulJourn”

Day Eleven of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey

The image above aptly reflects today’s post in a way that differs from the first ten. While I spent little time focused on my own writings, I had the immense pleasure of spending time with dear friends – who also happen to be writers. Our backgrounds, experiences, and interests vary with the exception of ourContinue reading “Day Eleven of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”