I'd bought and wrapped my gifts long ago, saving me from the hubbub of the malls (I buy most Christmas presents throughout the entire year), but I couldn't avoid going to the grocery store before the holidays. Knowing the supermarkets would be packed, I thought Sunday morning might be a good time. Well, I wasn’t early enough. The line at Nitsches' Meats in Shelby Township ended just inside … [Read more...]
Unique Writer’s Gifts
If you're looking for something beyond another coffee cup or writer-themed t-shirt for a writer friend, help has arrived. Writers: Feel free to share this list with your significant others(s)! Exceptional Blank Journals: Why give a writer a ordinary blank journal when you can give them The Serenity Journal? Among the many visual pleasures, this journal includes treasures such as … [Read more...]
The Pain of Writing
There's a physical toll: Writer's Cramps used to mean cramping in your hand from holding a pen or pencil. Most writers don't use pens; they use computers, which results in neck, elbow, or shoulder pain from keyboarding. My issue is pain in the upper arm, with shoulder and neck soreness. It comes from using my mouse--that little gizmo writers rely heavily on when editing. When pain began to … [Read more...]
Packing Light
How much is too much? As I was packing my large size suitcase for a five day flight to visit friends across the country, I noticed my husband had packed a duffel bag for himself. That's it. "Anything you need to pack that I can put in my suitcase?" I asked. "Nope," he said. I stared at his bag, puzzled. How can he pack so little and I have so much? I used to pack lighter. Now I need to … [Read more...]
Nocturnal habits
Sleep Interruptus A few months ago I took up an old habit with new regularity: Snoring. I snore so loud I wake myself up. That, or my husband nudges me so I roll over or fluff my pillow. If he tells me that didn't stop the snoring, I stumble to the bathroom to apply a nasal strip. First you have to wash your nose so it's squeaky clean; otherwise the nasal strip won't stick. Then you have … [Read more...]
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