Category Archives: Creativity

Happy 2023! Wise words I put to use …

Posted on January 2, 2023 by Sally Brandle

A friend sent me these words of wisdom. I’ve been busy sorting SEVEN tote bins of photos into piles that I will keep and some to save for my two sons. Finding pictures of an activity I truly enjoyed, I … Continue reading →

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Memories Trim the Tree

Posted on December 7, 2020 by Sally Brandle

A thick stand of trees needed thinning on our property. We used the top of one for our tree. I’m not the color coordinated/tinsel or bows kind of decorator. My tree brings fond memories of days gone by each time … Continue reading →

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Retirement, a Mixed Blessing

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Caroline Warfield

As I review this post, I think a warning is in order: This situation is almost, though perhaps not entirely, a woman’s issue. A writer friend of mine recently retired from her day job, thrilled to have so much more … Continue reading →

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Fall fun and finding a treasure…

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Sally Brandle

I believe a good dose of pumpkin or apples can do wonders for the soul this time of year. Here’s a couple of ideas from the October, 2020 Better Homes & Gardens Magazine. https://www.bhg.com/recipe/pumpkin-cheese-ball/ Yup, that’s a green bean for … Continue reading →

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Love Sometimes Comes in A Small Size By Author Susan Hanniford Crowley

Posted on July 26, 2020 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Being in a high-risk group can be pretty awful. In my case, it means that my immune system can’t protect me in the event I meet COVID 19. I have been missing my grandchildren and came up with the idea … Continue reading →

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Romancing the Heart By Author Susan Hanniford Crowley

Posted on June 14, 2020 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

I believe that those that write and/or read romance novels nourish their hearts every day. Love doesn’t always have to be with a special person. It could be a love of cooking. The ultimate gardener tends plants and flowers with … Continue reading →

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Send a note, spread cheer, take a breath.

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Sally Brandle

Old-fashioned, written words bring a smile to my face. How about yours? I’m blessed with the luxury of a combined writing office and craft room. For special notes, I use my card making station, below. The calming lake view helps … Continue reading →

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5 Secrets to A Happier Self Isolation By Author Susan Hanniford Crowley

Posted on March 29, 2020 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

  I put up a photo of one of my favorite flowers. The other two are wisteria and peonies. In Connecticut, lilacs bloom late in May, so it’s something to look forward to when the coronavirus has passed us by. … Continue reading →

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GUEST POST! How to Get Over a Bad Book Review, by Rebecca Neely

Posted on March 28, 2020 by charchaffin2011

Please welcome Rebecca Neely! Beckie’s excellent article on dealing with the emotion –often difficult–following a bad review is invaluable to not only new and debut authors but seasoned authors as well. Beckie, thanks for sharing! How to Get Over a … Continue reading →

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Coloring across the lines

Posted on February 5, 2019 by JayceeJarvis

Continuing on the theme of genre writing from Claire yesterday, I want to talk a little bit about what it’s like to write in a niche cross genre like fantasy romance. Early in my writing adventures I ran across the … Continue reading →

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