For some time now, I've been struggling with managing my time, energy, and priorities. Over the past week, it seems to have gotten even more difficult. Since I now have to make time for my job, family, daily chores, personal care, meditation, exercise, and starting up writing again, it seems to be an impossible... Continue Reading →
Personal Post/Lit. Update: “Keep Plugging Away”
As we head out of the dark half of the year and into spring, I try to keep a steady pace on all my projects. I've been dealing with some heavy anxiety due to the atmosphere Alura has spoken about. As more and more of her predictions come true, I'm reassured that as long... Continue Reading →
“Readings and Choices” – Personal / Lit. Update
Instagram, Poetry Readings, and Youtube The poetry readings have been put on the back burner until I get other things done. However, I've been posting new content to my Instagram page lately and sharing my poetry in other areas. I've also written several brand-new poems that haven't been posted yet. Right now, my novel is... Continue Reading →
Personal Post/Lit. Update – “Daily Struggles”
As I pound away at the keyboard, trying to finish the last two chapters of my first book, I often feel discouraged. I'm never satisfied with my work, whether it's "day-to-day living" or "spiritual practice". In truth, everything is spiritual, as Alura says. Recently, my self-esteem took a pretty big hit. The funny thing... Continue Reading →
Personal Post and Lit. News: “College and Final Chapters”
I've already received my G.E.D., but now I'm giving myself some college-level studies. A very good friend gave me her old text books. My goal is to study for at least half an hour each day. Since my least favorite subject is math, that's the one I've chosen to start with. My brain needs... Continue Reading →
Personal Post: “The Reason I Started This Blog”
My goal with Superlative Deviation has been to encourage people to not let go of their creativity, morality, empathy, and to set a good example of what a true spiritual person should be. I do this through what I post and by offering glimpses into my own life and struggles. There are so many personal... Continue Reading →
Lit. Update: Poetry, Mystery, and Hectic Life
I can hardly believe I'm already half-way through chapter eight of my cozy mystery novel! It's been a long, painful road, but I think it was worth it. I'm excited to see how I do with the literary agency I'll be working with. I have a lot of questions for them and must stay... Continue Reading →
New Life – a Personal Post
Recently, I recently went through a time of testing that pushed me to confront some issues I didn't want to deal with. The results have affected every area of my life, from relationships to career. If you've been following me for any length of time, you've probably seen that I'm very much against... Continue Reading →
Lit. News: “Creatix” Published At The Poetry Bar
Recently, I've been submitting some work from The Whiteraven Net to Luna at The Poetry Bar, and she has graciously been sharing them with her readers. The first to be accepted is "Creatrix". https://lunatheblog.com/2019/08/01/creatrix/
My Guest Writer Bio On “Spiritually Awkward Magazine”
I'm so honored! Alura has given me my own page as guest writer at Spiritually Awkward Magazine. Thank you, Alura, for letting me be a part of your wonderful work! Published articles and author bio at Spiritually Awkward Magazine .