IF AT FIRST YOU DON'T SUCEED WRITE, WRITE AGAIN!

One of the things that I learned early in my writing career is that patience is truly a virtue. It takes time to finish your work, time to re-write your work and re-write it again. Once your work is complete...the process begins to submit for publication which also requires lots of patience. I spend more time with my laptop than most and I carry a journal around with me wherever I go. I share this with you reader because being a writer is not just what I do it is Who I am. In my book "Who I Am Not What I Am" Janelle is described by her outer appearance but she is also characterized by the things that she loves like eating ice cream and riding her bike. I received my college degree in Journalism and Public Relations but that is not when I became a writer. I became a writer when I started to write stories in my little memo book as a child. When I was young I began keeping a journal and when I was supposed to be paying attention in math class I wrote poems (I don't endorse this). A writer.... writes! My point for this post is that if you want to be published one day or if you want your work to be recognized by many you have to start by doing the obvious...have lots of patience and write! :)

The Young Writer's Workshop is February 28th...great for young people to begin applying those needed skills to learn more about Creative writing. March 28th is the next workshop for adults and April 24th-25th is the Spring Creative Writing Retreat. You are able to register for any of these events on this blog by using the PayPal options.

Have a great day and Read something great!

SO MUCH MORE THAN EXTERIOR

In my book "Who I am not what I am" Janelle proclaims on the last page that she is more than just a color or two. I thought that this message was an important one! Today people are defined in many ways by their outer appearance., What a person wears, weighs and looks like effects the way that others view them. I believe that a person should be judged on their actions. If a person is kind I believe that makes them beautiful if they are not than maybe they need a makeover. Today decide how you will judge those you come into contact with. I will try to do the same and also make sure that my actions speak louder than my appearance.

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WRITING FOR WELLNESS

Hi Readers!

I will be at a Family Friendly event for wellness on Saturday February 28th at the Botsford Wellness complex at 38930 GrandRiver, Novi MI 48375 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. This event will give you a showcase on the different aspects of wellness and healing through alternative methods. I am going to give a sampler of writing techniques that can help people overcome obstacles such as weight, illness, stress relief and more. Writing is awesome for so many reasons. When people write out their feelings they are less likely to act in destructive manners. Want to find out more about this come see me on February 28th....and feel free to also join me if you are a young writer the same day at the Novi Public Library from 12:30-2:30 for a seminar just for you!

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A POST FOR A SUPRISINGLY SNOWLESS WEDNESDAY

Hi Readers,
I was really expecting snow today. I thought to myself last night...OK I must get ready early in case the roads are bad and I have to clean off my car...etc, etc. Guess what?! No Snow! This may not be a popular opinion for those who truly love to see the blanket of ivory every time it comes to visit...but this makes me happy! My favorite season is Spring. The reason why is that the snow is melted away and replaced with flowers, sunshine and I believe hope. I see my neighbors more often when the weather is warm. I am able to play outside again and wear sandals (Yay no socks or stockings!) I also get a fresh new dose of inspiration for my creativity. I notice that when the seasons change my outlook also transforms. I realize that something new and exciting is not only going on outside but inside of me! I started writing "Who I am not what I am" in the spring and it was launched in the spring...did I mention that I was born in the Spring? I will be careful not to go on a tangent... but I will remind you that this Spring will bring the Spring Writing Retreat! Bring your creativity and even a friend to this fun event filled with workshops, networking, food and more! We will stay overnight and have a great time. The cost is $150/person and you can register on this site using the Paypal buttons...SPACE IS LIMITED. You have a better chance of being able to go if you sign up quickly. If your side of the globe is snowy or filled with sunshine be sure to ...enjoy your day! Their is a season for everything!
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WORKSHOP TALK

I've never had the best handwriting. I often recall memories of being told that I need to work on my penmanship. However, I've always loved to write. The best thing about Creative Writing to me is that the rules are few. I could create a character with no limits! If I wanted a Lion to be able to fly...they could. In my opinion creative writing is like a magic wand. I can make the impossible possible as long as I write it down. If you feel like Creative Writing is something that you enjoy or if you just want to work on your journaling, poetry, etc. View my workshop schedule. You can sign up for a Young writer's event or if you are an adult we have the Spring Writer's Retreat coming up soon. Take the time to let your pen or pencil create memories that only exist in a story! As always Read something Great!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Readers, I hope that you enjoy this day with someone special. Read something great!

Upcoming events:

February 28th Young Writer's Workshop $15/person Novi, MI

March 21st Self Improvement Day, Northville MI free (more info to come on this!)

March 28th Creative Writing Weekend Workshop, Northville, MI $15/person

April 24th-25th Spring Creative Writing Retreat, Northville, MI $150/person

April 5th Southfield Author Fair, (more info to come)

May 9th Diversity Walk, Belle Isle (more info to come on this)

GIVING YOUR HEART THIS VALENTINE'S DAY

Hi Readers,

I had a great time with some of the kids that I volunteer with at a Valentine's Party. The reason why it was so great is that we made Valentine's for soldiers. It is great to receive a candy filled heart from that special someone or flowers. I enjoy getting gifts like everyone else. However this was fun because we we're able to give our hearts to those who may not get something special this Valentine's Day. I was so proud of the way the volunteers put extra efforts into making the cards just right for those fighting for our country. This Valentine's day think of someone who could use your heart. It's easy to use this day to help someone with chores, or make them dinner. I know that my readers are very creative and that you will come up with a special way to show people that you care. Remember that the Young Writer's workshop is coming up on February 28th...be sure to register!

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