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Have you ever written something you thought was profound but later realized it screamed amateur? I have, thirty years worth to be exact. My current reading includes Writing Life Stories by Bill Roorbach with Kristen Keckler, PhD. The magnificence of this book leaves me speechless (but I'm a writer so...). The tagline only describes a portion …
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Have you ever wondered why we bloggers spend countless hours writing, photo editing, posting, and commenting? I have. Blogging is self-expression and inspiration at its best; an enjoyable banquet of giving and receiving. This blogging has definitely become an addiction for me and I'm not ashamed to admit this dirty little secret! How can I …
What if all of life's oddities and perplexities could be processed through making pies, cakes, and other delectable treats? After watching "The Waitress," starring Kari Russell, my husband, best friend, and I started creating our own "Recipes for Living."Â Â This romantic comedy features an unhappy waitress from the "deep South" who processes her pain through …
In search of my blogging identity quest post #53 is my "Top Ten most Unforgettable Comments" spoken to me over the years. They have all formed a part of who I am today. Some still make me cringe while others chuckle. I cannot believe some of the things  people have said on one hand and on the other, gratefulness fills my heart for …
The small boy slowly pulled the arrow back while safely encircled within his father's strong arms. Awkwardly, shaky…true, but all I could see was the father's radiant smile. This wise man knew no arrow would come close to hitting the mark without his strength, his steadiness, his careful aim. "There you go. That's the way." He spoke with …
"Cookie down!" My daughter, Andy, screamed! The rest of us looked up from our dough sculpturing projects to see billows of black smoke coming out of the kitchen.    A few minutes earlier, Andy had noticed something cloudy in the air and gone into the kitchen to investigate. Upon opening the oven door, smoke belched out because one …
Last night I spent a significant amount of time visiting the blogs of "40 bloggers who really count," as featured on "Times Online."       The WordPress dashboard link, "Congratulations to Our 'Bloggers Who Really Count,' caught my eye and I just had to find out what these blogs had that earned them this status. As I read through the …
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"We trust because of His abilities, not ours!"   I almost titled this post "Doubt" due to a recent dip of discouragement; but then I came across the above quote scribbled in my journal from one of those "awaken in the night" writing moments. While half asleep, I had titled the quote "Fabulous Trust" so today I write about trust instead.   …
I'm heading to a writer's conference this weekend so only posting on my creativity site. I think you will enjoy this look into my Artist's Loft. Just click on the photo link below:
JoDee Luna Art 