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Helping, Keeping, and Promises
Recently, as I was driving from our town's post office to my home, I noticed a house with a semi-trailer parked in its driveway. The...
Jun 7, 20232 min read
May Wrap-Up
Here is the May wrap-up: lessons on GROWTH, special interviews from Authors Katie Wirig and Elena Shelest, and more.
May 31, 20233 min read
I Am Growing
Mindset truly makes all the difference in the world! Over the past couple of years, I embarked on a personal journey to understand my...
May 29, 20232 min read
Storymakers and My Growth
Over 20 years ago, I was part of a small group of authors called ldsindieauthorpress (or something like that). Then we decided to change...
May 26, 20232 min read
How Do I Keep Growing: An Interview with Elena Shelest
"In creative work, I think what's important is to find joy, inspiration, and just have fun. If something is taking this away from you as...
May 24, 20234 min read
MAY 2023 GIVEAWAY: TARA C. ALLRED CELEBRATE THE JOURNEY
I am so excited to announce this month's giveaway! With the theme of GROW, these exciting prizes are in line with what "Let Yourself...
May 18, 20231 min read
Meet Elena Shelest
Other than Instagram interactions, I haven't met Elena. But she is my hero! Here's why: She is an absolute force for good in the indie...
May 17, 20232 min read
THE SEVEN LIVES OF GRACE by Elena Shelest
Experience the delightful and heart-warming tale of The Seven Lives of Grace by Elena Shelest. With her well-written, clever, and...
May 16, 20232 min read
Growth: An Interview with Katie Millar Wirig
"Relationships are like trees. It is like a homeowner asking a gardener to fix a leaf on a tree. Even though the leaves are suffering,...
May 13, 20234 min read
BECOMING A MEAN, TEEN PARENTING MACHINE by Katie Millar Wirig
A step-by-step guide to better relationships with teenagers, this book is incredible! Katie Millar Wirig has done a remarkable job of...
May 8, 20233 min read
Meet Katie Millar Wirig, M.A.
Last year, my dear friend Katie Millar Wirig reached out about her amazing work in progress. We chatted off and on about her publishing...
May 8, 20232 min read
April Wrap-Up
April was about clearing out what is no longer needed. Weeding is hard work, but it creates space for what comes next. Here's the wrap-up.
May 6, 20233 min read
A Post For Me: UNAUTHORED LETTERS Timeline
Sometimes we get lost and can only see the immediate moment. However, a pause to really look can change the view.
May 3, 20233 min read
Weeding Out the Bad So Good Can Grow
The beauty of nature is undeniable. From the vibrant colors of wildflowers to the peacefulness of an untouched landscape, there's...
Apr 27, 20232 min read
Clearing Out the Weeds: An Interview with Lauri Schoenfeld
"Be gentle with yourself and permit yourself to try again. Healing from past lies and trauma takes time to create a new dialogue for...
Apr 21, 20234 min read
LITTLE OWL by Lauri Schoenfeld
In the past, I labeled UnAuthored Letters as a psychological suspense novel. Turns out there really isn't a "psychological suspense"...
Apr 8, 20233 min read
Weed Out the Lies
Words surround me like seeds. To grow requires planting. To plant requires preparation. To prepare requires pulling out the weeds.
Apr 7, 20232 min read
APRIL 2023 GIVEAWAY: TARA C. ALLRED CELEBRATE THE JOURNEY
Enter to win one of these prizes:
LITTLE OWL (Lauri Schoenfeld); Succulent Journal (Hereafter); UNAUTHORED LETTERS (Tara C. Allred)
Apr 6, 20231 min read
Meet Lauri Schoenfeld
In the winter of 2017, I attended an all-day training event—that ended up not being what I expected. A little discouraged, I headed to...
Apr 6, 20232 min read
FOR YOU: Where Am I Essential?
On a recent walk, I found some beautiful treasures through leaf skeletons. During the winter months, the outer green layer of these...
Apr 3, 20232 min read
Last Call: March Wrap-Up
Where Am I Essential? It's a fascinating question. By seeking an answer, you get to remove the unwanted noise from life. You also permit...
Mar 30, 20234 min read
Increase Gratitude, Growth and Giving, Become More: Interview with Dr. Tyler Elmore
I've learned a great deal from Dr. Elmore, not only regarding health but also key insights into how to view the world around us.
Mar 27, 20235 min read
Life Lessons: What a Book Can Do!
Books can change lives! Most likely, you already know that. Probably because of the beloved books in your life that have already done...
Mar 24, 20235 min read
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