In a perfect world I would believe everyone in America is: Praying for our families and loved ones to be untouched by coronavirusSupporting those who are on the front lines of this pandemicLifting up those who are fighting to overcome the virusPitching in to help people who are unemployed, sick and hungry However, that is... Continue Reading →
The Big 50 (Part 2)
To read The Big 50 (Part 1) click here. The second part of my day last year was more in line with what I consider appropriate for a milestone birthday. Getting a mammogram definitely was NOT. For years I wanted a tattoo but never got one. I told my dear friend, Becky, what I wanted... Continue Reading →
November is NaNoWriMo
Years ago, I started writing along with hundreds, maybe even thousands of other writers during the month of November for what’s called NaNoWriMo or National Novel Writing Month. (For more information, check out their website https://www.nanowrimo.org/) Years ago I was a writer—an avid writer. I took my books on the road to libraries, book signing... Continue Reading →
Brainstorming with Fellow Author, Donna Dickson Deloney
I have really missed being in my writing "groove" and today, I had the opportunity to spend the afternoon hanging out with my friend and fellow writer/author, Donna Dickson Deloney. We talked about our current works in progress, did a little research and came up with a plan to keep each other accountable for writing... Continue Reading →
Rudely Reminded
I found this article on my computer tonight and sadly, nothing has changed in America. It was originally published by the Charlotte Observer on the opinion page. This past weekend, April 16-19, 2009, my husband and I went to Las Vegas to celebrate my fortieth birthday. We were having a blast until just hours before... Continue Reading →
The Big 50 (Part 1)
So, I recently turned 50. After getting over the hump of 45, I looked forward to 50. Who knew the actual day would be a roller coaster? Don't get me wrong, I'm thankful to see another year and it was a good day, but for some reason I thought I'd jump out of an... Continue Reading →
Happy 2019!
I know it's a bit late but Happy New Year! Photo by Brigitte Tohm on Pexels.com I realize it's been a while since I posted. Since I wrote. Since I imagined anything creative. Here are my excuses: I was in a funk.I couldn’t think.I was busy.I felt like I'd lost "it." While all of those... Continue Reading →
Life Hacks
I know this is random but these are some great tips. Yep, sometimes I get a bit giddy over things that make life a little easier. Who can write in a messy room? Who can write knowing the sink is full of dishes? Not me. See for yourself. DGR
Why Is It So Darn Windy? [BISD]
At least it's not snow! 😂 I'm Daphine and still Brown In SD.
Empty Womb – Encouragement For Women Suffering w/Infertility
I recorded a video for someone out there who needs this but, in my efforts to free up some space, I did a mass delete and poof it was gone. Grrrr! I just finished listening to a song called He Kept Me on the radio when the inspiration for the video hit me. The song reminded... Continue Reading →