Monthly Archives: March 2023

Within you at this moment is the power to do things you never dreamed possible. You know what you are today but not what you may be tomorrow. Always look at things as they can be. You can do anything … Continue reading →

Vigorous writing is concise. A sentence should contain no unnecessary words, a paragraph no unnecessary sentences, for the same reason that a drawing should have no unnecessary lines and a machine no unnecessary parts. This requires not that the writer … Continue reading →

It is a law of the universe. Assistance must always be given to those who request it.” Oprah Winfrey Wouldn’t it be wonderful — absolutely fabulous, in fact — if you could somehow magically conjure up vital information that you … Continue reading →

Each month the Authors Guild newsletters highlights contests, fellowships, and other writing opportunities. Here are some to consider—deadlines are fast approaching, so if an opportunity looks good, why not jump on board? FICTION CONTESTS Arts & Letters Fiction PrizeEligibility: All … Continue reading →

“The most important thing is not to stop questioning. “Curiosity has its own reason for existing. “One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. “It is … Continue reading →

A Change in the Year It is the first mild day of March:Each minute sweeter than before,The redbreast sings from the tall larchThat stands beside our door. There is a blessing in the air,Which seems a sense of joy to … Continue reading →

“It took me years to understand that words are often as important as experience, because words make experience last.” William Morris “The true secret of happiness lies in taking a genuine interest in all the details of daily life.” “If … Continue reading →

“An ounce of performance is worth pounds of promise.” Mae West “Force yourself to act enthusiastic and you’ll become enthusiastic.”   Frank Bettger There’s a world of wisdom captured in these two short sentences! So often, what keeps us from sitting … Continue reading →

One important key to success is self-confidence.And one key to self-confidence is preparation.”Arthur Ashe “When you work as hard as I do, having confidence is no problem.”Jordan Burroughs, 2012 Olympic Gold Medalist in Wrestling When my son Alex was a … Continue reading →

Does this sound familiar? It’s a poem called, “There’s a Hole in My Side Walk” by Portia Nelson: I walk down the street.There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.I fall in.I am lost… I am helpless.It isn’t my fault.It … Continue reading →