You can not be an aspiring writer without coming face to face with rejection. It is the nature of the beast. Most rejections tend to be the generic, mass-market “no thank-you” that are sent as a matter of form. However, once in a while, an agent will take the time to respond personally to your…
Here’s a weekend quote to journal/write about: “One does not ‘find oneself’ by pursuing one’s self, but on the contrary by pursuing something else and learning through discipline or routine– even the routine of making beds–who one is and wants to be.” ~ May Sarton
It is November and the Christmas commercials are playing on the tube and I have already seen some lights up and on some houses. Eek! It is still too early for me but that does not mean I am immune to a good sale. Here are a few to entertain you this weekend (Don’t forget…
I am excited to introduce you to a new sponsor this month, State of Mind. They are offering two My Favorite Things readers the opportunity to choose an outfit from their plus size active wear line. If you are not familiar with this online plus size clothing company: State of Mind if a new swim,…
Every season, plus size designer, Monif C never ceases to amaze and delight me with her new fashions and this fall is no different. Along with the usual Marilyn Convertible Dress, this season in black, teal, olive, purple, and red, she has four other dresses I love. Whether you are looking for a plus size…
The gist of it is simple. I give you the start of a line/story and you continue on. This week: There is nothing sadder than seeing a dead dog except perhaps a sick child. My dog died when I was twenty-two. I grew up with Lucky, who was lucky enough to live eighteen years. That’s…
Set your timer and for the next fifteen minutes and write something using these twelve words. The order of the words can be switched around as necessary. The choice of whether you write fiction or non-fiction is up to you. And don’t use all the words in the first paragraph. independent heart Danial Laura calms…
It is soft. It is luxurious. And it is surprisingly affordable. Ulla Popken seems to be bringing back chenille. I find chenille can either be hit or miss. I have had ones that I loved literally to bits and some that just gathered dust in my closet. As I was typing this I remembered a…