Last Monday, I didn’t feel like writing. I cleaned my office. On Tuesday, I didn’t feel like writing. I updated my business books. On Wednesday, I still didn’t feel like writing, so I . . . realized that I had a looming
“Give thanks.” We hear it all the time. This is, after all, the time of year to find gratitude.But, what about sharing thanks? After all, how often do we truly share the things we deeply appreciate? I’m not talking about the usual round robin
Tuesdays from Durango —January 12, 2021 https://youtu.be/R0JO3DvdYc8 Good morning from Durango! This is Laura, with Lakota. I am The Durango Wordsmith. I hope that you are having a beautiful day today. I wanted to give you a little writing tip or advice.
Tuesdays from Durango —January 5, 2021 https://youtu.be/tsoBzLWGSG0 Good morning from Durango everyone! This is Laura Ritz, The Durango Wordsmith here with Lakota, who is happily rolling around in the snow like a husky should. I hope that you are having a beautiful day,
"There are years that ask the questions, and years that answer."—Zora Neale Hurston Welcome to the first working day of 2021. In all transparency, 2021 has not started out the way we expected, as Matt and I are grappling with the unexpected
"There are years that ask the questions, and years that answer." —Zora Neale Hurston Welcome to the first working day of 2021. In all transparency, 2021 has not started out the way we expected, as Matt and I are grappling with the unexpected
I knew better. Recently, I’ve been reflecting on some of my own shortcomings as a writer, editor, and small business owner. In nearly all cases, I made mistakes even though I completely knew better. For example, I recently gave several Zoom presentations
Today, I asked myself a question that I’ve never asked. “Is it too heavy? Is the freezer drawer going to break?” You see, I am not a “prepper.” I don’t go buy tons of groceries with every new threat. I’m not
This morning, I rescued a baby fox who was stuck in a chain link fence. As I ponder on the event, it reminds me of the value of life, especially since tomorrow marks the 20th anniversary of the shootings at