Has it ever crossed your mind to wonder what it takes to become a western/prairie historical writer? Probably not. But let me share the experiences that led me to such a role. I found it helps if you… 1. Spend … Continue reading →
School started again on Thurs. We’ve had a touch of non-damaging frost. The leaves are starting to change color (barely). The crops are golden and ready to harvest. My garden is past its prime. BUT I REFUSE TO ADMIT SUMMER … Continue reading →
My garden is very busy with peas, beans and berries. But I decided to abandon it temporarily in favor of going to Victoria, BC with my granddaughter. We had a great time. Victoria is a beautiful place full of old-world … Continue reading →
Yikes. Week 8 of summer already but who’s counting? Well, I am but instead of dreading the shorter, colder days to come I am trying to pack as much enjoyment into each day of summer as I can. So week … Continue reading →
Summer skies As I’ve enjoyed the many different moods of the summer sky I began to think how much it is like a writer’s moods. Bright Idea: See that opening in the clouds. I couldn’t capture it with the camera … Continue reading →
Am I the only one who feels a certain degree of color depravation after several months of winter? I know I’m still drinking in the colors, smells and feels of summer storing them up like insulation for the winter. The … Continue reading →
Technorati Tags: summer,family Summer fun. First Annual Summer Fun Day to be exact. There was family, food and fun. And perfect weather. Is there anything nicer than barbecued hamburgers eaten outdoors? Or playing tag in the … Continue reading →
Technorati Tags: summer,flowers There is something about the smell of wild flowers that can never be reproduced by man but as I walk along the road and inhale the scent of wild roses and sweet clover I wish for a … Continue reading →
Summer is slipping away and guess how I’m spending it? First by working outside as much as possible. I set up an outdoor office. Of course, storm warning have me watching the sky and being very grateful we … Continue reading →
Technorati Tags: writing retreat,R&R I often dream of living the life of luxury as a writer. You know, sitting by a lake, writing. And this week, I made it happen. I booked a room in a hotel overlooking Sylvan Lake … Continue reading →