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Me, Today
Posted in Likes, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, Thoughts, yay on August 20, 2022| Leave a Comment »
The Vacation Continues
Posted in Likes, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, inspiration, Thoughts on August 17, 2022| Leave a Comment »
“For every minute you are angry you lose sixty seconds of happiness.”
― Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Feeling Better Now
Posted in Likes, Writing, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, cat herding, Thoughts, writer problems, Writers on August 12, 2022| Leave a Comment »
A friend asked for an update on the cat naming conundrum, and I had to report that it is still under discussion.
“I don’t know why this is so hard but it is. All we know is that Argyle doesn’t feel quite right, but nothing else does either. I think it’s a matter of getting to know him better.”
You’d think that a writer would have an easier time with this sort of thing, but I’ve been focused on the importance of finding the right name.
In an effort to make us feel better, our friend sent this:
And I do:)
Making Friends
Posted in Likes, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, cats, home, kitty updates, Thoughts on August 2, 2022| Leave a Comment »
In response to the top request of the week so far, I give you another kitty update.
When we first met Lord Argyle we noted that he was mostly white with a few grey-black splotches. We thought he would be a great fit and he was super cute, just had the bad fortune to be an adult cat who had been passed over too many times in favor of kittens. His coloring looked a little like Neko, our last cat, but not enough to be weird.
Apparently, we didn’t look hard enough.
In some positions and in certain lights, Argyle looks almost exactly like Neko. He is also long and sturdily built, a tad overweight, and enjoys the same spots she did, like the top of the stairs and the chair in the library. I sometimes catch a glimpse of him peering through the railing and do a double take.
Is it weird? A little, but as far as personalities go, that’s where the resemblance ends.
Argyle is still a little nervous but he’s also very cuddly, doesn’t mind being picked up or otherwise touched, and has yet to growl at a passing dog, lawn mower or delivery person.
Our new overlord is sweet, and we’re having a great time getting to know him.
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Lord Argyle
Posted in Likes, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, cat, home on July 30, 2022| Leave a Comment »
Meet Lord Argyle!
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Will we change his name? How long will it take for him to get comfortable in his new home? Will he ever come out from inside that chair?
We’ll have to wait for answers to these and other questions, but for now we’re just happy to have him ensconced (as per the rescue’s recommendation) in a quiet room of his own. He’s a little freaked out (unsurprisingly) but was curious and active, both good signs!
Rubs Hands With Glee
Posted in Likes, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, cats, home on July 29, 2022| Leave a Comment »
The Kitty Countdown is coming to an end! We pick up our new cat tomorrow afternoon, so we’ve been running around moving precariously-balanced items, stocking up on catnip and toys, and generally getting the house ready. It’s exciting.
Wish us luck!
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Infinite Art
Posted in Likes, Writing, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, creativity, Thoughts on July 26, 2022| Leave a Comment »
A Gem of a Book
Posted in Likes, Writing, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, creativity, Fiction, free fiction, genre fiction, Parsec Ink, publications, Thoughts, Writers, writing, yay on July 17, 2022| Leave a Comment »
I am very happy to announce the publication of Parsec Ink’s latest anthology, Triangulation: Energy.
The theme is sustainable energy: can we find a way to keep up with—or exceed—our present and future energy consumption levels while keeping our space livable?
Is it science fiction? Yes. Does it showcase positive takes on our energy challenges? Yes. Was I fortunate enough to have a story in it, alongside a roster of terrific authors? Yes!
The anthology is available in Kindle and paperback formats. Curious about what’s inside? Check out the Kindle preview for a sample of the first three entries, including my own story, The Jewel of New Stoltz. I know I wrote it and all, but I’m happy to be able to share a story I love.
Hope you like it too.
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This Is Delightful
Posted in Likes, Writing, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, #OneDrabbleSinging, creativity, fun, inspiration, music, the interwebs, writing on July 15, 2022| Leave a Comment »
In my quest to prove that the internet is good for more than trolling, discouraging news and ridiculous conspiracy theories, I give you Typatone.
The act of writing has always been an art. Now, it can also be an act of music. Each letter you type corresponds to a specific musical note putting a new spin on your composition. Make music while you write.
Type directly or use the clipboard icon to paste text. Toggle the music icon to change styles. Click the plus sign to start anew.
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What is the sound of one drabble singing?
And here’s the opening of Pride and Prejudice while we’re at it.
Delightful!
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Also Magic
Posted in Likes, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, getting wild, inspiration, magic, nature, yay on July 6, 2022| Leave a Comment »
It’s firefly season* again, and I am there for it.
- Billions of Fireflies Light Up an Indian Wildlife Reserve in Rare Footage Captured by Sriram Murali (The images are pretty astonishing.)
- When Will The Fireflies Light Up Your Back Yard? – Farmers’ Almanac
Fireflies as a species are under pressure but there’s a lot we can do to help them. Short version: Turn off the lights and get (your yard) a little wild.
Tonight, dim the lights. Find the darkest patch of green you see. If it has tall grass and lush, moist undergrowth, even better. Wait.
Do you see it? That yellow-green flash of light? Bioluminescence, they say.
Yes.
Also magic.
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* To be fair, June is actually prime time for firefly mating in most areas but given good weather and habitat they can be seen throughout the summer.
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J.R. Johnson 
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