Sacred Creativity + Inspiration
A Queen Is Not Afraid To Fail
When I write, I’m not striving to be the best in the universe. My goal is to bring joy, help people feel seen, and change hearts with my themes and storylines. Every time I share a story or poem with the world, I consider it a win.
Read MoreHoliday Gift: A Pandemic Proof Life
During these troubling times, I feel that we need our loved ones more than ever. This is why it was particularly difficult this past December. What used to be a big, loving fiasco of 30 or so family members turned into a very small pow-wow of just my two brothers and their small families. It…
Read MoreDoes the Creative Writing from your Past Still Haunt You?
I remember being so proud of my first compilation of poetry and short stories. I still am. Only 23 years old at the time, independently publishing a book and receiving a couple awards was a huge feat. Now, as I took forward and prepare to share new stories with the world, my past haunts me.…
Read MoreSucceeding on Purpose for my Readers
“Successful people are not gifted; they just work hard, then succeed on purpose.” – G.K. Nielson Why would you leave your life-goals to chance? Being a passive bystander to your career isn’t likely to help make your goals come true. I don’t even know if it would be accurate to say I’m a gifted storyteller.…
Read MoreCreating Is A Sacred Task
I’ve always been committed to publishing my long awaited first novel. I feel absolutely awesome because now I’ve finally created the time to push things forward. Saying there’s “no time” to do what you’re passionate about it just an excuse. How you spend your time is a choice. On Twitter, one of the favorite questions…
Read MoreWhat Is The Best Medium For Storytelling?
Writer’s Digest published What a Novel Can Do That Film and TV Can’t that’s somewhat one-sided towards novels in terms of being the best medium for storytelling. Yes, Novels offer a ton more flexibility, but film has some pretty powerful benefits too. As a storyteller, my stories are currently in book form. Why? Because I’m…
Read MoreClues Into Your Purpose and What Brings You To Life
When it’s so cold outside, it’s a perfect day to stay inside and write! My perfect day involves double stuffed Oreo cookies, family, books, stories, movies, and some sort of outreach that helps people. Think about your perfect day. What does a “perfect” day look like to you? When you’re aware of what your perfect…
Read MoreFitting In Things That Are Important, But Not Always A Priority
I’m about to take a flight out of town this morning. Taking my writing laptop with me. I NEVER get writers block. It’s always about not having the time to get out what’s in my head! I replay it over and over again in my mind until I have a chance to write it out.…
Read MoreFor Every Excuse, There’s A Solution to Get Through
The royal newlyweds look so happy! If I was married to royalty and didn’t have to worry about finances; guess what I would do most of the day…. ::hint-hint create awesome stories!:: Thankfully, no one has to wait for a rich partner in order to afford to do the Work they love. Yes, I know…
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