Besides perfectionism, procrastination is my next biggest issue. Way back in college, it used to be a running joke that for me a study break was when I took a break and studied. I’m finding similar issues these days as I find myself reluctant to face certain truths or balk at actually writing them…
13 Things I Learned From Romance Heroines 1. Always make sure your slippers and reticule match your gown. 2. Corsets weren’t worth the trouble, the best heroes like real women with curves too. 3. True love always conquers all, even if you didn’t recognize it at first. 4. Men like to be argued with…
13 Things A Hero Should Never Say… …when the heroine has just impulsively confessed her love and blurted out those three little words… 1. “No, no, no. This was just supposed to be about the sex!” 2. “Me too! I am great, aren’t I?” 3. “Why does every girl I kiss say that?” 4….
This cartoon from the Punch magazine by John Leech in 1847 shows life hasn’t changed that much in 160 years. Everyday details intrude upon the creative space of the would-be artist. Perhaps September wasn’t the best time to try to focus on a new project or hobby. With the start of the school year, I…