For those who are following my author site, The Whiteraven Net, you will have already heard this announcement. However, I do have a couple more things to add. After consultation with my lovely mentor, Alura Cein, I am beginning work on my poetry book! Due to these changes, T.W.N. is in the process... Continue Reading →
Lit. Update – Mystery and Poetry
I am happy to report that the new edit of my first book is nearly complete! For those who don't know, it is a cozy mystery that's been in creation for some time. I'm currently working on the final chapter and very excited about starting the submission process again. On the side, I... Continue Reading →
Personal Post: “Spring Ahead”
Recently, we had the first rainfall of the year. It was a welcomed blessing because it's been pretty dry since the snow stopped. Sadly, except for a few quick errands, I've been too busy struggling getting things done to get outside very much. Once I get rid of some more items on my to-do... Continue Reading →
Personal Post/Hobbies: “Voice”
Like many little girls, I grew up wondering what it would be like to sing and dance. While I did manage to learn dance, I never got involved with singing. I enjoyed singing in school and church but did not bother to learn anything that would improve my voice. For about six months... Continue Reading →
Personal Post: “Face Your Words”
As I work on myself more and more, I realize many of the things I've been guilty of that society has convinced us are normal but are actually detrimental to self-esteem, compassion, integrity, and growth. For instance, many people seem to think it's funny to ridicule others who make assumptions based on a lack... Continue Reading →
“Those Threads” – Contribution to The Weekly Smile #weeklysmile
My latest contribution to The Weekly Smile prompt ties in with a new topic I'm introducing to S.D. : hobbies and skills. I mentioned in a recent blog update that I would be putting out new content like this, so I thought I would start with this post. It's certainly something that makes me... Continue Reading →
Blog Update: “S.D. Plans for Spring!”
This year will be seeing a lot more original content, and a few new additions. One is some posts that are also linked to content I've shared on other platforms. I have already begun that process in several recent blog posts that mentioned topics that have come up on Facebook and Instagram. Since I'm... Continue Reading →
Wednesday’s The Grateful Five
Today, I am very grateful to Source for: meeting the right teacher the new bird feeder we havehelp with our houseplantshugs from people who carethe chance to pray for those in need
Contribution to “The Weekly Smile”: “Breaking the Shell” #weeklysmile
It's more important now than ever to build and maintain true community. I haven't been a very social person for most of my life and have begun making an effort to change that. Once I made that decision, a few old acquaintances began contacting me (interesting timing). One is a good friend in Texas,... Continue Reading →