Monthly Archives: August 2014

Character books

I am a hoarder and a collector.  I have found out that I have way too many composition books (and it takes a lot for me to NOT buy them, especially this time of year when they’re on sale).  I … Continue reading

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Hemmingway needs a desk

I bought a journaling book, and the first question it asked was what was my goal. I wanted to write down, “To have a published book.” I almost did, but I wasn’t being realistic.  If that was the case, then … Continue reading

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Oh, yes, they call him The Streak! (Boogitty Boogitty)

I have a streak.  I had eight days of writing 800+ words. (Oh, by the way, that title came from “The Streak” by Ray Stevens, from the ’70’s when humorous albums and songs were all the rage.  None of that stuff … Continue reading

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What Dreams May Come

“How can someone who brought so much laughter to everyone be so depressed?” I heard this from one of the people I work with, and I had to do a double take.  How could she not know?  The more you … Continue reading

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Scared and tired

On my twitter account, I said, “800 words for 3 days in a row.  I’m tired.” The worst part for me is getting started.  Once I get started, however, it’s like I can see different threads that show the end. … Continue reading

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Last month

Ok, so last month was pretty shitty when it came to output, compared to June.  June I wrote consistently in my journal and on 800 Words, a lot. July I put out 8000 words on 800 words, compared to June … Continue reading

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