At the start of the first week of NanoWriMo, my YA Contemporary novel was sitting at about 19,000 words. Now at the end of the week, my manuscript has 25,000 words. I'm 2,000 words shy of where I wanted to be by now, but I'm happy with the progress I have made. I'm in the … Continue reading Week One NanoWriMo 2021 Wrap Up
With Preptober well underway and National Novel Writing Month in the near distance, I thought it would be fun to discuss where my head is at with the both of them. Like I said in a previous blog post, I have returned to my love of reading. What I didn't say is I am also … Continue reading My 2021 Preptober and NanoWriMo Plans
Once I saw this Michaels DIY, I knew I had to create it. Then, I looked at the endless supplies it required and thought, “I can do this for way less!” At first, my plan was to recreate it by purchasing inexpensive Dollar Tree items, but then, I thought, “Maybe this can free. Maybe I … Continue reading Free Fall DIY
Just recently, I performed my first-ever spoken word. I thought it would be fun to post it on the blog. Without further ado, here's: A Dream Deferred. Photo by Luis Quintero on Pexels.com I spent all night building a microwave out of a cardboard box and handed it to my mom. There was nothing she … Continue reading A Dream Deferred
If you didn’t know, Goodreads has a 2021 Reading Challenge where you can set how many books you want to read for the year. Just recently, I got back into reading consistently. I fell off of it for a while because of life, but I’ve enjoyed getting eBooks and audiobooks from my library as of … Continue reading What I’ve Been Reading
I’m hesitant to share certain aspects of my personal life on social media, but I have this gut feeling this story will help someone. So, I’m going to bare my soul. It’s been hard lately. Since 2020 began, COVID attacked two of my family members, my last grandparent to live on this earth passed away, … Continue reading I’m Still Here
Welcome to my "Eager to Buy" series. It needs no introduction. My husband wants our home to be beachy. Check out our apartment tour here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svD--e26bM4 However, I love to add pops of yellow whenever I get the chance to. There's something about yellow that makes me happy. It also counts as beachy, right? You … Continue reading Sunny Walmart Decor I’m Eager To Buy
During this month of pride, I came across a post from an influential person in the media that struck me deep. This influencer is a wonderful human being who loves God and is constantly spreading love and encouragement to people around the globe. What shocked me was not the love she showed the gay community … Continue reading Hollywood and Flaming Christianity
I’ve been going to church practically all my life. When I was younger, it was something I did because my parents made me, but as I got older, I found value in going. There’s nothing like being in the presence of God with likeminded people who are also striving to get closer to Jesus.But then … Continue reading What If He Wanted This
Ever since I can remember, I’ve wanted to own a pet. My dad allowed me have the occasional fish, but they aren’t that exciting. Sorry fish owners. I’ve had my fair share, so no offense to you. There’s something about being able to cuddle a pet. I’m sure I could’ve tried that with my fishes, … Continue reading The News Is Out!
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