(C) 2022, JJ ShaunA set of Dungeons & Dragons dice. If you’ve read this blog, you know that I don’t just whine about losing my home to wildfire. I also write fantasy fiction. One of my launch pads for storytelling has always been Dungeons & Dragons. From the moment that the half-elf, Meegan Redoak, rolled … Continue reading Confessions of A Role-Player
I decided to mix it up during the week and offer some fiction writing in addition to a Word of the Week. (Yes, my adult ADHD has me, so the stories might jump around a little.) For the last two weeks, I’ve been using the daily writing prompts on a site called Writing.com to flesh … Continue reading Welcome to Wednesday Writing
“People are people. We'll always find a way to mess up, doesn't matter who's in charge.”~Malorie Blackman(2009. Naughts & Crosses, p.481, Simon and Schuster) British writer Malorie Blackman was born on this day in 1962.
“Let us never underestimate the power of a well-written letter.”~Karen Joy Fowler American author of science fiction, fantasy, and literary fiction, Karen Joy Fowler was born on this day in 1950.
Hallelujah! A tiny squeak to the right person at the right time can move mountains—or break logjams. This past week we received our approvals and building plans back from the state. The wheels are beginning to grind forward. Now we just need to hear back from our contractor. I’ll give him a day or so, … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 71
“Don't borrow trouble. The interest is too high.”~Margaret Millar American-Canadian mystery and suspense writer Margaret Millar was born on this day in 1915.
“You can have it all, just not all at the same time.”~Betty Friedan American feminist writer and activist Betty Friedan was born on this day in 1921.
I’ve been rolling out my yoga mat every few days to work the kinks out. I spend a lot of time sitting or standing at my desk while I surf the Internet or write more stories. My body especially wants to stretch when it’s too icy to dare the sidewalk. Yesterday and today have been … Continue reading Staying Warm and Active
Today’s word came from a random word generator. Follow me on Facebook: @jjshaunauthor. Today’s Word Part of Speech adjective Definition Likely to cause people to argue or disagreeInvolving a lot of arguingLikely or willing to argue History The first known use of contentious was in the 15th century. The word comes from the Middle English … Continue reading Wednesday Word for February 02, 2022
“Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.”~Langston Hughes American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist, Langston Hughes was born on this day in 1901.
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