Tag Archives: introspections

raising doubts

I’m having doubts again. I haven’t fully recovered from the last year and thinking I should take my writing in a different direction that I don’t feel is right. I love Soriel and Tiger Born for the balance of qualities … Continue reading

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unplugged

We need to unplug more often. Science has already shown that the constant stream of data overwhelming us has altered the processes of our brains. What is it doing to our kids who grow up in this increasingly chaotic world? … Continue reading

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a part of me will live on

Into every story goes a part of the author’s life experiences, beliefs, and personality. There’s no denying it. We don’t only exist in the words we use in dialogue and descriptions but also in so much more. While the stories … Continue reading

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lessons from my horse

1. Whatever you do has a direct effect on everything else, no matter how small. The way I ride, because I was crooked for so long, would influence the way my horse walked or how his spine aligned or misaligned, … Continue reading

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Dreaming Big

So, I’ve had an interesting summer of horsey goodness. It’s been a long, arduous journey and it continues to be a lot of work, but it’s all worth the effort. Success only comes after lots of hard work. Just as … Continue reading

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my heart and soul

Before I started seriously writing (not counting that first attempt in third grade), I fell in love with horses. Even my husband was made to understand early in our relationship that…well…my horse would always be on equal footing. I’ve had … Continue reading

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a personal “Thank You!”

A few weeks ago, I received something that is so rare and priceless that you can’t place a monetary value on it. It’s not made of gold or gems or anything tangible but comes from a heart of gold. I’ve … Continue reading

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lessons learned

Here’s something for other writers and an inside view of the writer’s world for non-writers… I want to share some things I’ve learned in the 2 1/2 years since I first became a published author (as well as some things … Continue reading

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guilty as charged

Okay, I admit it—I sometimes read reviews of my books. Ssh! Don’t tell anyone. If my friend found out, she’d slap me, because I keep saying I’m going to quit and told her to slap me if I ever do … Continue reading

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Learn from my mistakes

(cross-posted from LiveJournal) Learn from my mistakes, and from others. I have a confession to make. I recently went through a horrible ordeal where I used to board my horse. On the surface, it didn’t seem bad, but inside of … Continue reading

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