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Category: Creative Endeavors
Unexpected Pleasures
Last night, hubby and I set out for a last-minute bike ride along a nearby waterfront. We (meaning me, primarily) felt a bit rushed getting out of the house and getting bikes loaded on the car... sunset was less than an hour away and we still had to drive to the destination. I imagined us… Continue reading Unexpected Pleasures
Leaving and Letting Go
"Letting go" seems to be a popular theme for me lately. This past year I had yet another of my writings published in a "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book--this particular collection was focused on the topic "Let It Go: 101 Stories of Forgiveness & Freedom"--and I'd also been making a point lately of letting… Continue reading Leaving and Letting Go
The [Not-So] Great Juggling Act
It’s still January as I write this, but already I’m mentally focused on spring cleaning. I’m eager to reorganize my home, my work desk, and the way I approach my day. I really want to make time for activities I’d much rather do (most especially creative activities), but recognize I must first make room for… Continue reading The [Not-So] Great Juggling Act
“Chicken Soup for the Soul” Books: This Makes 5
Well, I’ve just opened a box of books shipped to me from SIMON & SCHUSTER publishing. Yep! I did it again… one of my stories has made it into another “Chicken Soup for the Soul” book. 😊 As of May 30, 2023, a new Chicken Soup book has been released: “Chicken Soup for the Soul:… Continue reading “Chicken Soup for the Soul” Books: This Makes 5
“Adjusting to a New World”–a slice of desert life
"Adjusting to a New World" -- Susan Maddy J. May 8, 2023 (sitting in my side yard, early morning, AZ) Surrounded by a chorus of birds, each singing their own song, I can hear and see young ones testing their wings. They are still peep-peep-peep'ing for momma or poppa while wobbling on branches and pecking… Continue reading “Adjusting to a New World”–a slice of desert life
“Far Away From Home”–a short writing while camping
"Far Away From Home" -- Susan Maddy J. May 2, 2023 (camping in the desert) Waking at daybreak to a rising symphony of bird song, I rub sleep from my eyes, but the desert day is well on its way. Saguaros surround me, long in their years, Their hollowed organ-pipe arms reaching to the heavens--… Continue reading “Far Away From Home”–a short writing while camping
Happy Earth Day, You Earthy Women!
For me, EVERY DAY IS EARTH DAY! How about you? We who care do a million little things to share the message that we only have one earth and we need to take care of it and ALL of its inhabitants, big and small. I attempt to get that message out by making what… Continue reading Happy Earth Day, You Earthy Women!
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