Recently at one of my writers' group meetings, we did an introspective writing exercise on why we write. Here's my essay: I write because I have stories in my head that need to get out. When I began writing, I thought it necessary to share all the words, and it worked for awhile. Now, after… Continue reading Writing for Joy & Gratitude
Author: Dawn M. Paul
I am a creator and Jesus enthusiast sharing peace and joy through art and story.
Event Today!
Come to Mother Stewart's Tap Room today for the Springfield Book Fair! I'll be signing books along with several other local authors. Located at 109 W. North St., we'll be there noon to 5pm. Hope to see you there!
Passion
The passions of youth: emotional upheavals and highs, turmoil in incompleteness, throwing everything to the wind. The passions of old age: calming of the spirit, noticing joy in simplicity, finding clarity through beauty. The passions of middle age: sometimes passions of youth, sometimes passions of old age, sometimes, if lucky, figuring it out.
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Type, caffeinate, eat. Meeting to work, talk, and play; friends, not toast are jam! Photo cc0 by Pixabay.
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Haunting celtic tunes Bring to mind ancient peoples Floating in the wind. Photo cc0 by Pixabay.
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Summertime ice tea No calorie refreshment Until I add juice. Photo cc0 by Pixabay.
Tomorrow at Murphy’s Used Books!
Tomorrow's the big day! I'll be reading "Meet Christian Tompta" at 11am, and bringing coloring pages and bookmarks to design for the kiddos. Nothing better than reading and shopping for books on a rainy weekend, so come on out. Check out Murphy's if you haven't been there yet, and if you haven't seen the interview… Continue reading Tomorrow at Murphy’s Used Books!
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Humorous joking Supportive friends’ robust laugh I smile as I watch. Photo cc0 by Pixabay.
Dawn Marie Paul 