by ravengirl2 | Oct 26, 2015 | Savie Shenanigans
The writing process is a love-hate relationship for me. I love, love, love the writing when I’m in the zone, but I hate, hate, hate the wringing my guts out to stay ass in the chair and get to the zone. I have read Stephen King’s On Writing and agree...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
My granddaughter asked me the other day, “When are you going to be finished with your book?” She wasn’t satisfied with the answer, “I really don’t know.” She didn’t understand, and I have no idea how to explain to an 8 year old what I’m facing as far as finishing my...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 23, 2015 | Uncategorized
It’s started…the autumn rains which herald the coming damp and cold that become snow and ice. It’s okay. Let it rain. Hereabouts, we need it. There’s still a parade. As I really don’t have a large wealth of contribution this day, I...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 21, 2015 | Uncategorized
If you are a writer and you don’t have a writing buddy, I strongly suggest you get one. And, not just any one…pick the person that is never satisfied with the simple answers. Pick someone who is also not intimidated to ask you the questions that bubble up...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 20, 2015 | Jolanthe's Musings and Ramblings
Encouragement can come from any number of sources. It may be from your mentor, who takes the time to listen to you rant and ramble on incessantly. Then while laughing maniacally points out the complications and conflicts you will have to resolve if you decide to...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 19, 2015 | Uncategorized
The names are many. I’ve been called intense, abstract, aloof, focused, manic, obsessive, difficult, and a perfectionist. I probably am, all of the above. And, I don’t apologize for any of them. I believe whole heartedly that this list is sorely...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
It’s been a rough week in my world. The hardest part has been the loss of my landlord. He lost his battle with cancer this past weekend. Skipper was a truly special man, loved by many. He will be missed. On top of losing a dear friend, I may have to move because...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 16, 2015 | Uncategorized
This is my season. I could sit absently for hours watching as the Great Gaia prepares for her slumber. She gives an awe-inspiring color show that battles infinite the greatest fireworks display known to man. With colors that any being has yet to mimic, she prepares...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 14, 2015 | Uncategorized
Some people say the difference between sane and insane is a leap of faith into the abyss. I believe I know that cliff. I’m dancing her rise on a regular basis of late as I write and revise, write and revise. Some days I think if I leap I will soar and rise above...
by ravengirl2 | Oct 12, 2015 | Uncategorized
This weekend marked the last formal event for me on the 2015 schedule, Great Lakes Book Bash. Hosts Rachael Brownell and Casey Bond did an amazing job of culling some fabulous writers from all stages of their careers and bringing them together for a grand event among...
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