Each time I think about creating anything—a story, a design, a business—a specific Sondheim tune comes to mind. This song rattles around my head, looping through the nooks and crannies. “Bit by bit, putting it together.” The tension spawned by the trills of the keyboard…
Many people are traveling again, and even if you aren’t sitting in busy airports, I’m betting that you are finding yourself surrounded by unfamiliar people at some point in your day. So, let’s have a little character study. While in a busy environment, select a…
What do I intend to do during this coming holiday season? Enjoy it! Revel in the celebration! Play and sing and dance and decorate and make and give gifts! In the past, I’ve wanted to embrace this special time of celebration and could never make…
Over the past weekend, I picked up Roy Blount, Jr.’s book, “Save Room for Pie.” Amongst the giggle-worthy essays, little poems and songs were scattered. They inspired this creativity exercise. Specifically, this one short ditty: “The neighborhood stores are all out of broccoli Loccoli.” So,…
Remember Part One, Picking Your Goal? Click here to start at the beginning. It will make more sense if you do. Selecting a form for your newsletter gives your goal a place to play. Your form combines what you love with how you serve your…
Today, the sun shines. Cold mornings turn into warm afternoons, and I am feeling the pressure to put the gardens to bed. Of course, I also have a business to run with multiple projects plus marketing and general administration. And a home to maintain with…
Does this happen to you? When I talk to my cat, she talks back. Well, I talk back for her. As in… “Would you like a little pet?” (Me in a slightly higher squeeky voice.) “Oh yes, Mama! Give me belly pets. Mmmmm. That’s nice.”…
As I tumble toward the end of a busy year, I feel like the Polar Express is about to hurtle over me with Tom Hanks genially grinning and waving an apology! Are you beginning to feel a hint of overwhelm too? Maybe some foreboding? We’re…
Calling all Halloween fans! Searching for a great costume this year? How about dressing up as your own muse? Take a moment, close your eyes and bring your muse into your mind. Now, dive into your closet and grab your “Muse Clothes”! Sheets make good…
At the end of July, I got a great little gig to write a feature piece for a local magazine. At the same time, I committed to writing five guest posts along with my regular schedule of activities. Plus, at the beginning of August, I…