How did it get to be September? Moving to a new state sucks so much energy out of you, you lose track of the months. I'm happy to say that my family and I are finally beginning to feel settled in our new home. It's time to turn my attention back to my creative goals. … Continue reading What’s Going On–September 2014
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What’s Going On–May 2014
I've been away from the blog for a while, busy navigating an enormous life change that includes relocating from Atlanta to the Tampa Bay area. Things aren't yet settled, but life marches on despite my need for rest! The next Big Thing on my calendar is a trip to Washington, D.C., on June 1, where … Continue reading What’s Going On–May 2014
What’s Going On–February 2014
Things here have been exciting and hectic! Two weeks ago, an anthology I co-edited was published on Amazon in e-book format. Published by CQT Media and Publishing/Land of Gazillion Adoptees, Lost Daughters: Writing Adoption From a Place of Empowerment and Peace features essays and poems by the adopted women contributors of the Lost Daughters blog, edited … Continue reading What’s Going On–February 2014
What’s Going On — August 2013
August is a transition month, when my children's summer vacation comes to a close and I try to remember how to be productive in a silent house. The kids have settled into their new school routines now, but I haven't yet settled into my new routine as a so-called "professional" writer and editor. Back in … Continue reading What’s Going On — August 2013
What’s Going On – March, 2013
These first three months of 2013 have just whizzed by for me. Priority number one has been finishing my Capstone thesis, which I'm thrilled to say has been signed off on by both of my advisors. Only the oral defense remains. I'm set to graduate with a Master of Arts in Professional Writing on May … Continue reading What’s Going On – March, 2013
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