According to the National Day Calendar, today is National Hemp Day. Hemp is a type of cannabis plant with a low THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) content (less than 0.3%) and high CBD (cannabidiol) content. THC is the psychoactive compound in marijuana that gets you high. CBD is the compound that has recently been approved by the FDA … Continue reading Trivia: National Hemp Day
Writing and Health
Finding Purpose
(C) 2019 JJ Shaun With everything going on over the past couple of months, I’ve had a hard time staying focused on my goals for the future. I draw a blank when I sit down to compose a blog post and end up forcing the words onto the screen. Even I can tell that my … Continue reading Finding Purpose
Last-Minute Shopping
I have been dealing with end-of-year stuff for the past couple of weeks. You know, doctor and dental appointments and such, before my insurance changes. For the most part, I’m pretty healthy for my age. I have one little issue to resolve that could require additional coverage—and even that “coverage” will be sketchy. I have … Continue reading Last-Minute Shopping
Bringing Tales to Life
(C) 2019 JJ Shaun Life has a way of redirecting us when we least expect it. The loss of a job, a home, or a loved one can change life as we know it. The same applies to your characters. I reached a place in my novel where one of my characters is injured but … Continue reading Bringing Tales to Life
The Health Care Maze
Ah, the American “health care” system. For the past forty or so years, the “health care” insurance industry in the United States has been a for-profit enterprise, and the CEOs rake in billions for their businesses. It’s not like they care about the health and well-being of the average American. It’s all about the money, … Continue reading The Health Care Maze
#FreelanceFriday: Building the Freelance Puzzle
Ah, the freelance life. Work when you want, earn lots of money. At least that’s the myth. The truth is, you’ve got to earn your chops first. I've been "freelancing" for two months now. Admittedly, I haven't really been out looking for gigs, I've been trying to get my feet under me while I figure … Continue reading #FreelanceFriday: Building the Freelance Puzzle
Acting Out
Have you ever tried role-playing to enhance your writing? One place that I get a lot of my writing ideas is at the gaming table. Now, I know not everyone is into table-top role-playing games like me, but the world offers other avenues to “role-play” your writing. Consider hosting a murder mystery dinner party . … Continue reading Acting Out
Standing for Progress
Progress toward my new freelance career is going slowly, to say the least. I have managed to get one important piece installed, though, and that’s the sit-stand addition to my desk. If you sit for a living like most writers, being able to stand up while you work is invaluable. Sitting wasn’t as much of … Continue reading Standing for Progress
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