Several times a week, I take the backroads to the shopping center or gym and I pass by this lovely little roadside flower stand nestled at the foot of a curving gravel driveway. This time of year, the buckets are full of dahlias. Gorgeous, juicy blooms in every color you can imagine—ruffled Continue Reading
How to draw every day…and why you should
I spend most of my work time on my laptop, and (let’s be honest), a lot of my personal time too. Writing is my game. But I’ve also always wanted—and needed—another go-to thing. Being stuck in front of the screen all the time taps me out. At various times, I’ve been obsessed with gardening, and Continue Reading
3 steps to start your day with improved focus (and give your to-do list a fighting chance)
I usually start my day (like right now) by drawing a complete blank. I know I have to write something…so I rename all the folders in my Google drive. Then I make cup of tea. Then I stare at the wall, the stack of notebooks on my desk, the pile of yellow sheets taking over every horizontal surface in Continue Reading