Bulletin: Recover and Other News

Remember when I announced that I had a new book out? Well, a random act of kindness occurred, and it now has a new cover – ta dah! Before anyone wonders, no, I haven’t dropped Vixen Art – Vix is really pleased with the new cover. We have both been slammed with projects already this …

Playing on Ice

Check it out, readers! Playing With a Golf Ball on a Frozen Lake BY ANNA MASON FEBRUARY 16, 2023 On Dec. 27, 2022, Jeff Self, 56, from Chesapeake, drove 10 miles from his home to Stumpy Lake Natural Area. As Self parked his jeep, he noticed an eagle flying close by. Seeing another photographer he knew, Self …

Intermission: Blending Interior and Exterior Storytelling

You may have noticed that the prior two posts on conflict focused on plots which deal primarily with the inner battles fought by the protagonists. There are several reasons for this, the first and foremost being that even the story which focuses primarily on physical action will require inner strength from your hero or protagonist. …

Can’t Take a Joke

Communists are the worst in many, many ways. One of the most unpleasant things about them is that not only do they have no sense of humor, they don’t want anyone else to have one, either! No, all laughter that is not sanctioned must not happen. It is forbidden, comrade! Pardon me while I laugh …

A Word from Davy Crockett

Worth the read and then some. Check it out! 200 Years Ago, Davy Crockett Perfectly Explained the Limits on Government Spending – Not Yours to Give BY GUEST CONTRIBUTOR FEBRUARY 1, 2023  By Col. Davy Crockett Editor’s Note: This incredible story has long been a favorite among that segment of Americans who take the Constitution – …

What’s for Lunch?

If you want something to eat that is inexpensive, look up these Depression-era meals. You may just find what you are searching for! Great Depression Grub – 5 Makeshift Meals People Made when Food was Scarce Nov 10, 2018 Barbara Stepko When the going gets tough, the tough get cooking—and at no time in U.S. …

Forms of Conflict, Part 2: Man vs. Self

Last week, we discussed the type of conflict known as Man vs. Society. This time we are talking about the kind of plot known as Man vs. Self. That is, Man versus his own inner weaknesses, flaws, and sins. Foxfier and I discussed this conflict in Crossover Queen’s post here. In the process, Foxfier made …

Weighing Choices

Take the time to check out this insightful video, readers: Is It Ever Okay to Give Up? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkY2tVYDPJQ

Stop In and Say Hi

As of February 2023, readers, the Almighty is literally waiting for you in this airport in Atlanta, Georgia. There is now a chapel of perpetual Eucharistic Adoration open in the interfaith chapel at the airport. It services both the personnel on station and travelers who pass through the airport. Since I am Catholic, I am …

Personal Tics – It’s the Little Things that Make a Character

Someone very kindly shared this picture with me. I admit, I hadn’t noticed the above similarity before, though I did notice Steve would hold his belt in an interesting manner on occasion. Having it pointed out that this is something Bucky would do and that Steve is imitating him, however, does make sense. Why? It …