Falling
One of the best things about the fall
Aside from the cascading leaves from wooden walls
Is the way the rain pours to clean it all
The mugginess of summer, before winter’s call
Clear Curtains
Forget the intricate patterns of lace,
Or the silky sheen drapes all over the place
Give me a rain-soaked day to brighten my face.
The other side of the walls to see his grace.
Friday fast one – did you get your copy yet?
My first novel, Mistress of the Dancing Bones, is available for a short time as a Free Download from amazon.
Get a copy for yourself here.
“Tell me what you feel in your room when the full moon is shining in upon you and your lamp is dying out, and I will tell you how old you are, and I shall know if you are happy.” ~ Henri Frederic Amiel
(to be continued…)
Mistress of the Dancing Bones by Thomas Alexander
If you want to enjoy the Kindle copy of Thomas Alexander‘s Mistress of the Dancing Bones, get it today – it’s FREE!!
If you want to give yourself the permission/freedom to be a writer, read Kaye’s article about dreams vs. goals.
Kit/Kat Owner’s Corner (part-time) by Tommia Wright
This is Banned Books Week.
Everyone should treat themselves to the following from Random House Publishing: “Censorship causes Blindness. Read!“
There was only one time I was told ‘no’ about a book. After parental review, I read the book I wanted. It baffles me how there are some who still believe they have the right to restrict access to certain materials because they don’t care for them.
In one of the few newsstand stores in Denver, there was a splendid poster behind the register: If everyone had banned what they didn’t like to read, here is what is left. (The space above was blank.)
Today, I challenge you to find a book from any of the lists and read it. Or better yet, I would wager that you have a title or two (or few) already on your shelf.
Today is “National Cherries Jubilee Day.” Not that I’ve tried the treat or have interest in it.
It’s National Piano Month, and while I have my favorite players (to be shared at some point), I did stumble upon this piece and can relate.
The piano I had needed to be sold, small as it was, because it wouldn’t fit into the space we were moving to. True, I hadn’t taken as many years in lessons as some classmates and I was (and am) still sheet-music dependent while playing by ear, but the lessons Mrs. H.W. taught me stayed with me.
When I moved to Colorado (joining choir before joining church one wonderful weekend), the first thing I splurged on (jobless, so definitely foolish) was a keyboard at Costco. I was able to practice the music outside of the weekly sessions. I was able to practice songs long forgotten.
Have I played it as often now as I did then? Not exactly. Am I going to sell it anytime soon? Not on your life.
“Nothing gives me as much pleasure as travelling. I love getting on trains and boats and planes.” ~ Alan Rickman
“A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.” ~ Lao Tzu
“Arriving at one goal is the starting point to another.” ~ John Dewey
The Market’s Stand
Centre Street closed as rows and rows
Of indoor vendors joined others outdoors
From the local market and library,
Artists, beaders, candy makers and many
Offered their wares to the visitors plenty.
The day went by fast, as different musicians blast
Their songs of old and new.
A good day it was, accompanied with a good strong brew.
Fireplace in the Woods
Placing Fire in the Woods
Is there a place out in the woods
Where worries, annoyances, nuances burn?
Where frustration returns to a state of faith?
Where certain things go the way of the wraith?
Is there a place out in the woods
That allows a bird to perch, a fawn to yearn?
That allows a safe haven from mankind’s madness?
That returns to the time of little childhood sadness?
Is there a place out in the woods
When peace and rest are finally earned?
When no further generation must foot the bill?
When endless noise ceases and time stands still?
Part of Fast Company’s “Creation Stories,” – Rick Gervis shares how he learned to write.
How about you? What prompted you to put pen/pencil to paper, to string strong scenes of storytelling?
If you haven’t read “Out Children are not Our Children” by Kevin Brennan, you should. The tiny tales are worth the time!
Speaking of time, if you’re looking for Saturday plans and you’re in the area, there’s a party going on!
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