Hallmark Season

This weekend in Minnesota is one of the last few at cabins on the lake for many people before they pull in their docks and store their boats.  Those who love finishing make their last few casts for the season during their long weekend.  Then, the routine of getting everyone to school and work onContinue reading “Hallmark Season”

Welcome September!

Welcome September!  This weekend means an extra day to get ready for my next show.  I have to check my book inventory this week to see if I need to order more.  My pen will be in hand with some new art pieces.  Yes, my face will light up like other creators when you stopContinue reading “Welcome September!”

Top 100 Dog Books

My studio is a mess right now and I’m scrambling to get everything ready for an all day event in Roseville, Minnesota.  I will be there, books and all.  I have no idea what to expect because I’ve never done this outdoor event.  It could be crickets for all I know but I’ve been thereContinue reading “Top 100 Dog Books”

Doggy Headlines

Today’s writing prompt is something that a lot of writer’s add into their resource box.  Many writer’s cut out stories from newspapers or magazines and save them in a box to use later.  In fact, many thriller writer’s use this as part of their research for new stories.  We all know that headlines turn intoContinue reading “Doggy Headlines”

Dogs and Coffee

Someone I know had to go to the chiropractor last week because their lab size dog took off, and they did a face plant in the back yard.  At least, they weren’t rollerblading down the sidewalk or downtown during the middle of the day for everyone to see them.  I know the videos of dogsContinue reading “Dogs and Coffee”

Miniature Worlds

Imagine living in a miniaturized world where everything shrinks down to the size of a dime. Last night, I spent hours sculpting croissants and donuts in that world. I felt like I entered a bakery filled with pink frosting and sprinkles. Creating smaller than life size food made me think about classic children’s stories andContinue reading “Miniature Worlds”

Tuesday Catnip

Today’s writing prompt is creating a theme from yesterday – cats.  They have tons of views online, and we can’t get enough to.  Well what happens when one of them decides to adopt you?  Today’s prompt is on Catnip.  Write for 5-10 minutes.  My results are below – undedited. Julia opened the door of herContinue reading “Tuesday Catnip”

Monday Quiet Time

Our lives always get so busy with running errands, packing for the cabin, and planning outdoor barbecues that we forget to plan quiet time.  This is more than just napping on the sofa.  Creating a quiet space to relax or spend time with someone you love is important. At this point in my live, IContinue reading “Monday Quiet Time”

Writing Prompt: The Green Dinosaur

I just purchased a book of another children’s author and somehow she’s mastered the art of rhyming.  Her main character is a dinosaur.  How many of you have tripped over stuffed animals or Legos when you wake up and stumble to the coffee machine?  Today, we are going to trip over a green dinosaur.  ThisContinue reading “Writing Prompt: The Green Dinosaur”

End of Month Update

We are back to city life at the beginning of a new week and we are at the last week of the month.  I’m thinking about our Minnesota State Fair this year and because we didn’t have it last year, I’m willing to brave the crowds to attend again in August. It’s hard to believeContinue reading “End of Month Update”

Day #3 At the Cabin

The arrival of the weekend is perfect for writing prompt Day #3 at the cabin. Many of us are watching the clock like we’re at the launch pad of all the rockets this week. We’re ready to leave the city and head to our cabins. Why not use this as an opportunity to write aContinue reading “Day #3 At the Cabin”

Summer Writing Day #2

Gray stood on the end of the dock, swaddled in her grandmother’s quilt. Her eyes closed under her wild morning hair and her lips spread into a smile. Through her eyelids she saw the orange glow of the sun rising on the other side of the lake. Midst was rising off the calm waters. SheContinue reading “Summer Writing Day #2”