Every once in awhile, Kathryn and I will have deep discussions. Shocking, I know. Still, it's true. Well, in the discussion of tonight I happened upon something about me that I hadn't really thought about before. It's no secret that I talk constantly, without breathing, without letting anyone else speak. I have endeavored to rein in this chatter because people who talk like that to me...bother me. And while I've improved to some extent, I still have miles to go.
Anyway, the interesting fact I happened upon was the reason for my ceaseless talking. I want to share. I have so many stories about my life, about other people I know, about things I've read...I just have stories swimming around in the ocean of my mind, and I want to share them with people. I want others to live my experiences, to know what I know, to see what I see. When I stand amidst conversation, hundreds of stories pop up that relate to something that was just said. I open my mouth to share my experiences that "of course others want to know," and that's when I realize that I need to not hijack the convesation. This is someone else's chance to tell their stories, and they have just as many as I do.
The irony is what I am, and what I wish to be. I am a writer and wish to be a published author. I have stories in my head that I want to share with others. In my novels, I have full reign of the conversation. I can talk as much as I wish through my characters. I can express my views. I can share my experiences, my feelings, my ideas.
In the back of my mind, I always know that God is perfect. I know He has a perfect plan for my life, but once and awhile (as in tonight) something will hit me with the "perfect-ness" of God. He gave me an urge to share my life and my stories and then gave me a gift to express this urge. We are the children of a marvelous god. I am the child of the Almighty who knows me inside and out and has chosen to allow my passion to seep into multiple areas of my life.
Ripples
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Another stab at random poetry. Enjoy!
Just a touch
Tiny impression
Spreading outward
Wrinkles growing
Interlocking spheres
Twisted patterns
Ripples
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Just a touch
Tiny impression
Brushing heart
Gentle words
Lasting thoughts
Building feelings
Ripples
I Shall Endeavor
Friday, January 13, 2012
A fellow blogger and friend, Bethany, posted not too long ago saying that she was going to try to get into a routine of blogging once a week. This intrigued me greatly as I really love blogging but never seem to get around to it. So, thanks to Bethany, I shall endeavor to blog once a week.
After a not very good yesterday from many varrying things, I was hoping for a good day today. Well, after dreaming that I rode on a tractor over bleachers to get a look at Brad Pitt on his farm....and then I was in a dark building with about 30 others while someone chanted the intro to The Twilight Zone, I thought it would be at least a funny day. I know, I know, my dreams are the worst!!!
So, my day was going well: school playing out easily, a good lunch, watched an episode of N: LA. For those of you who don't know, that's my own personal abbreviation for the TV show NCIS: Los Angeles. See why I shorten it? Well, I'm pretty obsessed over NCIS at the moment but decided to watch an N: LA episode since I'd only seen one other of those. Like I said, stuff was going well.
Que computer malfunction. Que the loss of my recent revisions in my Nano book. Yeah, plummit to the afternoon right there. I still quite understand what happened 'cause even going into the Recycle Bin couldn't retrieve it. I mean, it's not the end of the world because I still have the whole file. Believe me, that would be the absolute worst! Still, I'd just finished revising a really difficult section that was driving me crazy. I was so happy with the new product, of how I'd ironed out all the problems, and how much better it flowed. Now, I'm back to where I was. Needless to say that after this, I will be meticulous with making sure everything is saved properly in light over another glitch.
So, I'll be working on making up the lost revisions soon because I've decided to enter my manuscript in a competition. Click Here: http://www.amazon.com/b?node=332264011 It sounds super cool, but I need to finish the revisions in ten days and that's a pretty quick to revise, roughly, 40,000 words.
Our next door neighbors are holding a garage sale tomorrow, and we're carting over the things we're scrounging up to get some quick quarters. :) It's rather fun to rifle through the things you own and say, "Why do I still have this? **tosses item in sell pile**
Side note: Don't you think "I shall endeavor" is a cool quote? I think so. I think it can be applied to everything. In another sense, it's simply "I'm going to try," but "I shall endeavor" just sounds so much cooler.
After a not very good yesterday from many varrying things, I was hoping for a good day today. Well, after dreaming that I rode on a tractor over bleachers to get a look at Brad Pitt on his farm....and then I was in a dark building with about 30 others while someone chanted the intro to The Twilight Zone, I thought it would be at least a funny day. I know, I know, my dreams are the worst!!!
So, my day was going well: school playing out easily, a good lunch, watched an episode of N: LA. For those of you who don't know, that's my own personal abbreviation for the TV show NCIS: Los Angeles. See why I shorten it? Well, I'm pretty obsessed over NCIS at the moment but decided to watch an N: LA episode since I'd only seen one other of those. Like I said, stuff was going well.
Que computer malfunction. Que the loss of my recent revisions in my Nano book. Yeah, plummit to the afternoon right there. I still quite understand what happened 'cause even going into the Recycle Bin couldn't retrieve it. I mean, it's not the end of the world because I still have the whole file. Believe me, that would be the absolute worst! Still, I'd just finished revising a really difficult section that was driving me crazy. I was so happy with the new product, of how I'd ironed out all the problems, and how much better it flowed. Now, I'm back to where I was. Needless to say that after this, I will be meticulous with making sure everything is saved properly in light over another glitch.
So, I'll be working on making up the lost revisions soon because I've decided to enter my manuscript in a competition. Click Here: http://www.amazon.com/b?node=332264011 It sounds super cool, but I need to finish the revisions in ten days and that's a pretty quick to revise, roughly, 40,000 words.
Our next door neighbors are holding a garage sale tomorrow, and we're carting over the things we're scrounging up to get some quick quarters. :) It's rather fun to rifle through the things you own and say, "Why do I still have this? **tosses item in sell pile**
Side note: Don't you think "I shall endeavor" is a cool quote? I think so. I think it can be applied to everything. In another sense, it's simply "I'm going to try," but "I shall endeavor" just sounds so much cooler.
To the Asphalt
Monday, December 12, 2011
For quite awhile I've been a bit uncontent with my body. It's not like I hate it or anything. There are just some areas that I would like to change. A week ago, I decided that the only way to make that change was to start exercising. So, that's what I did.
I woke up, donned my sweatshirt and gym-shoes, and hit the road alternating between jogging and walking. (Side note: whenever I work out, I wear shorts) Because of this attire, I was freezing. Well, I went out again the next morning and upon returning, I saw that my legs had a rosy glow. I promptly asked Mom if we could go and try to find some long work out pants. :)
For the next two morning, I jogged/walked, now clothed in long pants, a long sleeve shirt, jacket, gloves, and one of those headbands to keep my ears from having that rosy glow. Also, the cat that hangs around our house, Peter, followed me down the street like a little dog. He's so cute, and I enjoyed the company until he got scared by a car.
For Fri, Sat, and Sun, I took a break. However, this morning, I went back out to pound the asphalt with my shodden feet. (Is shodden a word? *shrugs* I like it anyway.) Peter took off with me again, but this time I'd also brought along my iPod. Yes, I had lots of fun going down the street with the brisk wind in my face and singing multiple Disney songs as loud as I wanted. I intend to go out tomorrow morning the same way.
"So hit the road...and DON'T trample the Pansies!" -- Father of the Bride part 2
I woke up, donned my sweatshirt and gym-shoes, and hit the road alternating between jogging and walking. (Side note: whenever I work out, I wear shorts) Because of this attire, I was freezing. Well, I went out again the next morning and upon returning, I saw that my legs had a rosy glow. I promptly asked Mom if we could go and try to find some long work out pants. :)
For the next two morning, I jogged/walked, now clothed in long pants, a long sleeve shirt, jacket, gloves, and one of those headbands to keep my ears from having that rosy glow. Also, the cat that hangs around our house, Peter, followed me down the street like a little dog. He's so cute, and I enjoyed the company until he got scared by a car.
For Fri, Sat, and Sun, I took a break. However, this morning, I went back out to pound the asphalt with my shodden feet. (Is shodden a word? *shrugs* I like it anyway.) Peter took off with me again, but this time I'd also brought along my iPod. Yes, I had lots of fun going down the street with the brisk wind in my face and singing multiple Disney songs as loud as I wanted. I intend to go out tomorrow morning the same way.
"So hit the road...and DON'T trample the Pansies!" -- Father of the Bride part 2
What's Been Goin' On
Monday, December 5, 2011
Whoah, my last post was the 2nd of November when Julianne was born! That month leapt away from me. It's hard to remember a lot of it. Thank goodness for my daily journal keeping!
Anyway, so I thought I'd come back to my loyal fans and let everyone know about what's been goin' on.
The biggest news would have to be that...I finished my book for Nanowrimo!!!! **Runs around in tight circles while making "jazz" hands** Yeah, I'm kinda stoked about it. It's 45,969 words long which makes it the longest novel I've ever written. I wrote the whole thing in 30 days, and I finished it at 10: 30 at night...so I was cutting it close to the wire. The book, 'cause I don't remember what I've already told you guys, is entitled Elsewhere. It's really a hard story to lay out in a brief summary, though, so I won't try. It's definitely my best work as well as my favorite of what I've done! If any of you are interested in reading my book, just post on here; I'll add your name to my waiting list. (Yes, I do have a waiting list.) :D
Anyway, so I thought I'd come back to my loyal fans and let everyone know about what's been goin' on.
The biggest news would have to be that...I finished my book for Nanowrimo!!!! **Runs around in tight circles while making "jazz" hands** Yeah, I'm kinda stoked about it. It's 45,969 words long which makes it the longest novel I've ever written. I wrote the whole thing in 30 days, and I finished it at 10: 30 at night...so I was cutting it close to the wire. The book, 'cause I don't remember what I've already told you guys, is entitled Elsewhere. It's really a hard story to lay out in a brief summary, though, so I won't try. It's definitely my best work as well as my favorite of what I've done! If any of you are interested in reading my book, just post on here; I'll add your name to my waiting list. (Yes, I do have a waiting list.) :D
My niece is doing very well. Pictures are posted constantly on facebook, and she just gets cuter with each new one. I'm dying to see her and enjoy seeing the days roll by until I can meet Julianne. Here is a recent picture!
I'm really disappointed in myself at the moment. Usually, the Saturday after Thanksgiving every single Christmas item we own has been unwrapped and stashed somewhere. However, because of my writing so much, I knew nothing was going to happen until December 1st. Well, something else happened Dec. 1st, but I don't exactly rememeber. Anyway, it's now the 5th and not one thing is up in the house. I do have the outside lights up, but nothing inside. What makes it worse is that for years I get on people's backs for not being prompt in their decorating. This year, I've finally had to shut up and commend others for being dutiful. I might end up pulling out a few boxes of stuff tonight, but I doubt it. Oh well, we'll just have to squeeze a lot of holiday cheer into a small span of time.
My choir that I've been a member of for five years gave it's Christmas Concert on the 2nd. It was really great, but sad because it's my senior year. Today was our Ministry Day where we go to nursing homes and sing them selections from our music. It was the probably the most fun I've had during the actual singing part.
My school semester at the college is nearly completed. I have a week left of classes and then finals. AHHH! No, I'm fine. I'll be ready. It's not really stressful for me, 'cause I see it as just another test.
For dinner, we're having Pulled Pork Sandwiches. Yum! It's soaked in root beer and "crock-potted" for several hours. Don't you love how I make up words? :D Oh, and there's coleslaw on the side, 'cause who can really eat Pulled Pork without coleslaw?
I'm extremly happy with the weather right now. I prefer colder weather to warmer weather most of the time. I don't like freezing cold, but cold enough to pass off a scarf, hat, and coat down here is perfect for me. Again, most of the time. ;)
I'm not really sure what else to say, but I promise to be a better poster and keep you up on life here. I would like to sprinkle some holdiay cheer into your mood right now and encourage all of you in your writing...even if you don't write. (You should!!!)
Julianne Helene is Here!!!!!!
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Julianne Helene is here!
Wonder and Joy surround us.
Radiant sun streams from her smile;
Glorious Happiness squeezes out
from between Her tight shut eyes.
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Julianne Helene is here,
unknowlingly the center of attention.
Endless, unbroken love winds around her.
Such a tiny infant,
Already so strong in her family.
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Julianne Helene is here!
Excitement is at it's peak.
The precious girl is held in all our thoughts
As she's held in the arms of her parents.
Pure joy is the only emotion.
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Julianne Helene is here!
7:28 am, 8bs, 11/2/11
Wonder and Joy surround us.
Radiant sun streams from her smile;
Glorious Happiness squeezes out
from between Her tight shut eyes.
---
Julianne Helene is here,
unknowlingly the center of attention.
Endless, unbroken love winds around her.
Such a tiny infant,
Already so strong in her family.
---
Julianne Helene is here!
Excitement is at it's peak.
The precious girl is held in all our thoughts
As she's held in the arms of her parents.
Pure joy is the only emotion.
---
Julianne Helene is here!
Saving My Face
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Horror of Horrors! The last time I posted was exactly a month ago. SHOCKING! So, even though I have nothing to write on, I'm writing this post to save face as a writer.
Many of you will not remember, and that's why I'm going to tell you, but Nanowrimo is almost hear as November rears it's head. (I can't say ugly head 'cause my brother was born during the month.) Anyway, with the approach of such a huge thing in my young life, I've started seriously hacking out my plot for my 30,000 word book I'm going to try and finish. Yes, I did say 30,00 and for those of you who didn't raise your eyebrows in surprise, 30,000 is a very large number of words to write in a month. For Nov. it's 300 words a day. However, this is manageable since I've written well over a thousand words in a day. Yes, I'm very excited for this book since it will be the 9th in my total of completions. Also, it will be the biggest book to be completed. Plus, the story is intriguing for me. Who knewthat a plot could stem out of a title that was thought up, trying to help a fellow writer name his book. :)
However, I should really stay on what's happened in October, since that's the stuff I've bypassed. I've been heavily preparing for the next audition in the Region process I explained before. I passed through the District level and on this Saturday, I'll enter the next audition hoping to pass as well. The outcome of it will definitely be put on facebook, so you needn't worry. ;)
Kathryn had a birthday in this month as well. Yes, she turned twenty which was very strange, let me tell you. Being the only teenager in the house, as well as having to remember to say that she's twenty, will be somewhat of an adjustment. For her birthday, we celebrated by going out to dinner at P.F. Chang's where I got the best Orange Chicken ever!!! So good! Also, we hit the movie theatres to see Real Steel.
Let me take a moment of this post to inform you of how good that movie was. Oh, my goodness! I was so impressed. I expected to like it, but not nearly that much and not for all those reasons. It had a good story, believability, and great acting. Hugh Jackman was perfect for the role, and I actually got mad at him a couple times 'cause I thought he was being too mean.
I've also been sick lately. For almost two full weeks I've been sick. Not fun. It's just a cold, but waking up day after day with a full head, clogged nose, and no voice gets REALLY old, REALLY fast. I'm just hoping that my voice will clear by Sat.
Well, that's about all I got. Hope that filled you in a bit. Hopefully, I'll have more and better stories next time!
Many of you will not remember, and that's why I'm going to tell you, but Nanowrimo is almost hear as November rears it's head. (I can't say ugly head 'cause my brother was born during the month.) Anyway, with the approach of such a huge thing in my young life, I've started seriously hacking out my plot for my 30,000 word book I'm going to try and finish. Yes, I did say 30,00 and for those of you who didn't raise your eyebrows in surprise, 30,000 is a very large number of words to write in a month. For Nov. it's 300 words a day. However, this is manageable since I've written well over a thousand words in a day. Yes, I'm very excited for this book since it will be the 9th in my total of completions. Also, it will be the biggest book to be completed. Plus, the story is intriguing for me. Who knewthat a plot could stem out of a title that was thought up, trying to help a fellow writer name his book. :)
However, I should really stay on what's happened in October, since that's the stuff I've bypassed. I've been heavily preparing for the next audition in the Region process I explained before. I passed through the District level and on this Saturday, I'll enter the next audition hoping to pass as well. The outcome of it will definitely be put on facebook, so you needn't worry. ;)
Kathryn had a birthday in this month as well. Yes, she turned twenty which was very strange, let me tell you. Being the only teenager in the house, as well as having to remember to say that she's twenty, will be somewhat of an adjustment. For her birthday, we celebrated by going out to dinner at P.F. Chang's where I got the best Orange Chicken ever!!! So good! Also, we hit the movie theatres to see Real Steel.
Let me take a moment of this post to inform you of how good that movie was. Oh, my goodness! I was so impressed. I expected to like it, but not nearly that much and not for all those reasons. It had a good story, believability, and great acting. Hugh Jackman was perfect for the role, and I actually got mad at him a couple times 'cause I thought he was being too mean.
I've also been sick lately. For almost two full weeks I've been sick. Not fun. It's just a cold, but waking up day after day with a full head, clogged nose, and no voice gets REALLY old, REALLY fast. I'm just hoping that my voice will clear by Sat.
Well, that's about all I got. Hope that filled you in a bit. Hopefully, I'll have more and better stories next time!
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