It’s been a while since I’ve posted a specific update on my writing projects. I’ve shared how busy things have been here for DeBow Co. (my goofy little rhyming nickname for our family), but I’m still attempting to diligently get in some writing-related work at…
Category: writing life balance
Declutter Your Space, Declutter Your Mind
Last fall I shared my struggle with decluttering, both my words and our kids’ old schoolwork. I’m currently in another season of overwhelm, with the usual end-of-school-year hustle coupled with our son’s looming graduation threatening to pull me under. While juggling all the tasks required…
What it Takes to be a Good Writer
I’m feeling this meme so deeply lately. In addition to trying to keep up with all my writing goals and balancing my writing life with our everyday home life, we’re hurtling toward our son’s graduation in just under six weeks. My to-do list leading toward Big…
Five Practices that Changed My Writing Life
I’ve loved writing for as long as I can remember. But dreaming of becoming a writer and actually writing are two different things. It’s easy to romanticize being a writer, fantasizing about sitting somewhere cozy and warm where words and stories pour forth. No interruptions,…
Life Lessons from the Sauna
Some might call me a fitness fanatic. I’ve embraced fitness and exercise for nearly four decades, working my way through myriad forms and trends: aerobics, running, power walking, indoor cycling, weight training, yoga, pilates, HIIT, and more. I love to move my body and be active…