DAYS 74 & 75: A Writing Career I’m a Writer? When people ask me what I do for a living, I have two answers: • I am currently utilizing the temporary staffing format for expansion of my skill sets • I am a writer The latter answer yields a significant amount of questions and sincereContinue reading “Days 74 & 75 of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”
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Days 71-73 of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey
Days 71 through 73: Reflections The words I choose matter. I seldom spout opinions in the midst of sadness, frustration, or incomprehensible tragedy. I, instead, turn to the creative arts as a healthy form of expression and reflection. I am a writer. As such, I seek to share this treasured skill to help spread hope,Continue reading “Days 71-73 of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”
Days 66-70 of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey
What a hectic week it has been! The 111 DWJ encountered obstacles both internal and external this week, hence the lack of a new post since Thanksgiving. In the midst of struggles, I seek refuge in my love of writing; I turned those hurdles into stepping stones through a Motivational Monday Tuesday poem. TRAVELING COMPANIONSContinue reading “Days 66-70 of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”
Day Sixty-Five of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey: Thankful
DAY 65: Happy Thanksgiving I hope your day was filled with love, laughter, and wondrous food. Even more so, I hope you had an opportunity to reflect upon that for which you are thankful. May the gratitude and thankfulness continue on long after the leftovers. PETALS OF APPRECIATION
Days 63 & 64 of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey
Feed your creativity with this Thanksgiving-centric Writing Prompt Wednesday.
Day Sixty-Two of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey
DAY 62: Motivational Monday Poem Reach for the moon Visible or hidden Dreams only a short distance away Don’t just make a wish, Make a decision Keep your feet planted, Rooted in depth and perception A journey traveled in linear time A spirit unaccustomed to the restriction Earth to sky And the in between Continue reading “Day Sixty-Two of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”
Day Sixty-One of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey: Sunday SoulJourn Poem
Day 61: A Beautiful Sight Staring at a blank screen, the cursor teasing me with its incessant blinking. “Come on. Write,” it implores. “As you wish,” I reply. I stare at my not-so-smart phone, and wait eagerly for the light that notifies me of electronic interaction with friends and strangers. I stare at the movieContinue reading “Day Sixty-One of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey: Sunday SoulJourn Poem”
Days 58-60 of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey
Even though I don’t post every day as of late, I am still writing. The quality and quantity may not meet my goals, but I’m learning a great deal in the process.
Day Fifty-Seven of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey
DAY 57: Writing Prompt Thursday You know the routine…use the image below as creative inspiration. Draft a short story, poem, song, or in-depth article about the joys of cake! Happy writing!
Day Fifty-Six of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey
DAY 56: Visual Learner I am a very visual person. As such, I prefer the worlds in my stories to capture attention and spark the imagination. Today’s writing adventure involved building the visual world in my New Adult Fantasy novel. I can see the action, the characters, and the setting so clearly that I sometimesContinue reading “Day Fifty-Six of the 111 Day Writer’s Journey”
Kelly Deeny 