At least, not yet. Some of you will remember that super cutie Robert J. Duperre called me up one day and said, “I challenge you!” If you don’t remember, check his wild-n-crazy challenge out here. The deadline was April 1st. And? Well? Where are the bongos? The bad dancing? The crystals pasted to my forehead, or even better, his? Sometimes … Read More
Writing The Hard Stuff
I just finished watching “The Stranger Beside Me”, a movie made from Ann Rule’s book of the same name. I read the book years ago and loved it. If this title is new to you, then run yourself right down to the bookstore and pick it up. It tells about Ann’s struggle to become a true crime writer while a … Read More
Make Your Own Laundry Detergent. Woo Hoo!
Why? A couple of reasons. It’s green. It saves money. It smells better than the store brands. The kids think you’re amazing because you get to use a cool food processor, and it just feels good to make something of your own. Best of all? It’s super easy! You all know I’m strapped for time, but I made seven batches in 20 … Read More
Mama Was Right: Don’t Write Letters In Anger
I can’t tell you how many times it’s happened. You send an email to somebody with “Please respond ASAP” and you never hear back from them. You’re in a quandary. You muddle through and make the decision on your own, not certain if it’s the right one. They promised to help you and they let you down. And you feel … Read More
You Write Like A Girl
I read a fantastic post today. It was written by Rebecca Lehmann for the Contrary blog, and I thoroughly suggest that you click on this link and read it right away. Go ahead. It’s worth it. I’ll wait. Ready? What did you think? I’ll tell you why it struck me, besides the obvious fact that *gasp* I’m a girl and *bigger … Read More
Shock Totem Has A New Blog. And It’s Awesome.
Seriously, I love this cover so much that I want it for wall art in my home. Would my sweet husband agree? Probably not so much. Perhaps I’ll hang it over my writing desk. Anyway! Shock Totem has a new blog to go with our shiny new website. The blog is constantly updated with new information. Book, music, and movie reviews, contests, … Read More
Finally, Good Baby News! Let’s Party!
Every time I go to the doctor, the news has been bad. One of the triplets died. One will most certainly die. When the second one passes, it could very well take the third with it. Well, enough of that! Today we received wonderful news. Although sicky baby will almost certainly pass away soon after birth, for the first time … Read More
WIP Wednesday: A Story Based On A Story Based On A Story
Woo, Wednesday! Time for America’s Next Top Model, homemade pizza, and WIP Wednesday. I haven’t done a WIP Wednesday in quite some time. Let’s check in, shall we? First off, I’m rounding the corner to Home on my current novel. Do I know how it ends? Of course not. I never plan my work that far in advance. I continue to … Read More
My New Love Wears Silver Studs
Shopping for shoes online. I think these might be the new love of my life. Wouldn’t they hurt like hellfire if I used them to kick someone in the eye?
Guide Me, Kenny Rogers!
I did the craziest thing. I thought back to when I was a kid out in the country, and we’d run around singing Kenny Roger’s “The Gambler”. (Don’t you judge me!) To this day I think of the words, “Know when to hold ’em, know when to fold ’em, know when to walk away, know when to run.” Ladies and … Read More