A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: It's Fall!!! No more heatstroke!!!

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: It's Fall!!! No more heatstroke!!!: It was a sultry night.... Love that movie.  First off, today's question of the day.  A little unusual I know, but it has been an unusu...

It's Fall!!! No more heatstroke!!!

It was a sultry night....

Love that movie.  First off, today's question of the day.  A little unusual I know, but it has been an unusual day.

Question: What movie is that a quote from and referenced to?  

So.  Okay. It is NOT a sultry night.  It is cold, chilly and lackluster.  We cuddled on the couch for school today and covered history, reading, english class and math.  No better way, I think, to enjoy the freedom of homeschooling.  

Writing is going to get easier and more interesting!!!  I found my case holding all of the previous versions and pages of my large opus!!  AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!  I even found the original outline that I made back in my freshman year of high school.  I am so excited!!

This is it!  I have so very much looked everywhere for this.  I lost it in the basement of our old house and have not seen it since.  It turns up, of all places, under my desk with a collection of other cases and computers no longer working.  How does this happen?  Lol!!

It ain't exactly little!

Now, for the writing excuse- not enough duct tape to keep the kids down long enough to reach the keyboard.  Bwahaahaahahaha!!

Seriously, my little monsters are my heart and wouldn't have the chaos, wall drawings or tree swinging any different!!  They drive me crazy and send me into hysterics, but never fail to bring a smile to my face.

I thought I would share a recipe with you guys tonight.  It is a drink that I take most mornings and it truly does keep you well and suppress your appetite as well as clear the skin right up.  At least, it does for me.  I will not write a whole disclaimer hear about making health claims and such, just sharing something that works for me.  Do not let the cider vinegar put you off because the other ingredients mask the flavor.

Morning Tea

1tbs honey (raw or organic is best)
1tbs cinnamon
1 1/2 tbs fresh lemon juice
2 tbs apple cider vinegar

Just put it all into a cup and add 16 0z water and let steep for 3-5 minutes and drink.  I do not recommend adding ice to cool it as the honey and the cinnamon work together to make this icky clear sludge.  Ugh!  

Also, one little disclaimer:  It does not aid in helping you complete your book!

Quote of the day:  "Artie, things just got cray-cray!" -Pete, Warehouse 13.


If you have never seen that show, it is really good!

Goodnight and God be with you all!

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: Doggy Doggy where's your home?

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: Doggy Doggy where's your home?: You might remember a certain lovable scruffy mutt having entered our homes this week.  Well.  We found the family.  I had the boys take the ...

Doggy Doggy where's your home?

You might remember a certain lovable scruffy mutt having entered our homes this week.  Well.  We found the family.  I had the boys take the dog on a walk hoping that if the family were out they would see him, and they did.  

I had to wake up my sleeping five year old to tell his new found best friend goodbye...  Not a dry eye.  I was so proud of him.  He wanted to cry so badly but loudly proclaimed that he was just happy hat the puppy found his family.  My heart broke and was filled with pride all at the same time.  

The dumbfounded look on his face when the family turned to him and asked if he wanted to keep him was priceless!  I could hardly believe what I was hearing!  They feared for his safety by the busy road and saw how much the boys had bonded.  

The horrible part, the kids there had taken care of him since he was a puppy and were heartbroken.  But they knew that since I had almost hit him in the road that it just wasn't safe and loved him enough to let him go.  I think we were all pretty teary eyed at that point.  I was about to simply say 'no' when she said that they had been looking out for somewhere for him before he was hit like their last dog in the same spot even.  

Again, thank you Lisa and kids for entrusting us with your little guy and we will do our best to take care of him and show him all the love we can.

Natalie, hilariously, though- The name you picked worked beautifully and guess why?  You suggested Roscoe, his actual name is Oscar.  And that is how Nik (5 yr/o) pronounces it.  

Nope.  Not a lick of writing today, but some life lessons that are incomparable can take prescience, right?

Question of the day- What is a life lesson your child, sibling or niece or nephew has had that you were able to witness?  

Quote of the day -

Han Cho Bai: [about Frank] " I'm going to enjoy killing him. Get me a gun that really hurts."

It's just beautiful.  I look at this and think of it as being made of ice.  

Have a good one guys!  God be with you all.

"Has anyone come up with any Victorian Era names for distinguished women/gods? I want to hear from you! HELP!!"

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: Little bit of writing, lot a bit of fun!: Hi, all!   I was able to have my grandson for most of the afternoon and early evening today and as much as I miss the cooing and laughs, I...

Little bit of writing, lot a bit of fun!

Hi, all!  

I was able to have my grandson for most of the afternoon and early evening today and as much as I miss the cooing and laughs, I am very happy that my youngest is 5 now and things are settling down.  I don't think I could keep up!  lolol!

Not withstanding the obvious cute interruption, I was able to get a paragraph or two done on the children's book.  I was happy with how it was going and then I had my daughter read it and her too-cool-to-smile most of the time self actually giggled during part of it!  Heeeheeeheee.  I was as giddy as a kid in a candy store.

As for the opus work, well, I think tomorrow I will plot it out and see where I want it to go.  I think that is part of it.  I can see the parts I have written as clearly as if they were scenes in a movie.  My dilemma is that past where I left off, there is nothing.  I had a clear view in mind (or at least a quasi-destination) for it while I was writing.  I think that is what is holding me back. So maybe just a day or two of rereads and grammar checks and such would not only refresh it, but give me a new perspective as well.

Well, the dog is still with us.  He is potty trained as far as we can tell.  He spends all day glued to my lap, tripping me up or the same with my 5 year old.  The very first name we were given was the very first time that all three boys agreed on a name.  (Thank you Natalie!)  

And when your son walks up to you and brings you a bowl with what looks like pork and beans with ground beef and ketchup in it...it probably is and you should directly go find a Maalox or two..

Question of the day-"Has anyone come up with any Victorian Era names for distinguished women/gods?  I want to hear from you!  HELP!!"

Quote of the Day- "Miranda Priestly: ...You have no sense of fashion...

                            Andy Sachs: I think that depends on...

                            Miranda Priestly: No, no, that wasn't a question."

He is my baby.  Always will be.  He's five already...sniff sniff sniff  :(

Happy birthday, my love.  Daddy would have been so proud of you.

Gods blessings to you all!

New member of the family! What off the wall male movie character name can you come up with for our cuticus mutticus?

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: New member of the family!: Hi, all!! Yesterday was one of those days where you stop and know that God has directly intervened for whatever the reason.   So, I&#...

New member of the family!

Hi, all!!

Yesterday was one of those days where you stop and know that God has directly intervened for whatever the reason.  

So, I'm driving along a side street and this dog comes out in front of the car and sits down.  I'm going slow enough that I can stop, thank goodness.  I honk the horn to try and get him out of the road, he just tilts his head to the side.  I get out, go around the car and try to shoo him off but he runs under the car.  I go around to the other side and look under, and he is not there.  I look around the grassy area and nothing.   I then proceed to get back into the car, close the door and I hear something.  In the passenger seat is the dog- calmly sitting and waiting on me to drive!  

It was late enough I didn't feel comfortable with knocking on doors so I posted that he was found and am waiting to hear from anyone.  I am not thinking that anyone is going to be calling.  He was so matted, his claws too long and a blanket of fleas.  

Yes, I drove home with this smelly little fluffball's head on my chest and paws in my lap.  Yes, I picked up dog food and a leash and collar.  Yes, the boys are completely head over heels in love.  Ugh... So am I..

Well, the good news is he is house trained.  The bad news is we are going to have to reteach him a name having no clue as to what his actual name is.  He isn't coming to the three or four different names that the boys are coming up with and shouting out to be heard over their brothers' picks.  

So, the answer is, no.  No writing today.  Not even a complete thought.  Not a dry cheek in the house (he's a licker..big time).

Question of the day- What off the wall male movie character name can you come up with for our cuticus mutticus?  All suggestions are appreciated.  And keep in mind, he is a dog like Benji but colored like Toto.

Quote of the day- "A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times before lying down."

—Robert Benchley

Glad the cats hate the dog more than the dog even notices the cats....

Peace be with you all and God bless!

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: Battleship and sinking ships...

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: Battleship and sinking ships...: I don't really know who won or who lost.  I think technically the 8 year old won because he sunk my battleship and one other.  I only ha...

Battleship and sinking ships...

I don't really know who won or who lost.  I think technically the 8 year old won because he sunk my battleship and one other.  I only had one of his and was desperately searching for others.  Oh, the humanity!!  I think he was distracted just a bit and then wandered off.  So, did I win by forfeit or did he win and just cut his losses?  I'm confused...

Herbert now has some structure in his life.  The silly fly I have been writing about has been now placed in the crux of his issues and will be flying in no time, I feel.  (You have to have read a previous blog to know what this refers to, so feel free....lol!

So, still no suggestions for a few archaic names.  Grecian will do, as well.  I do not like the names I have for my 4 women originals in my opus. A brief synopsis: It is a sci fi style novel that includes the originals from a planet trying to take control of other realms using various forms.  But by the forms rules, not theirs.  These will be the only four women in power, though.

Question of the day-Did I lose or was it just sad on my part?  lol!

Quote of the day-"Daniel: When do I learn how to punch?

                                      Miyagi: Better learn balance. Balance is key. Balance good, karate good.                                                   Everything good. Balance bad, better pack up, go home.                                                             Understand?"

                                           Learn, grasshopper, learn all you can!

Good night and God's blessings, everyone!

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: No writing, but, isn't life fun!!

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: No writing, but, isn't life fun!!: LOL!!  I can tell you that life changes and grows and twists on a roller coaster downhill and uphill minute by minute and I would not be tel...

No writing, but, isn't life fun!!

LOL!!  I can tell you that life changes and grows and twists on a roller coaster downhill and uphill minute by minute and I would not be telling you anything new.  Yesterday, frogs loose in the living room, day before, worms in the washer, day before that-most of a bat in the hall, today-mouse parts under the table.  I have cats who love to show me how much they love me.

If anything, we have no shortage of specimens for science class.

Writing today, not so much.  We got a new sofa sleeper couch and it was almost impossible to get them to concentrate on anything after that.  You would think the mouse spleen would have been much more interesting.

So, Herbert (the main character in the latest children's book) has issues.  Many flies who are scared to fly do.  But, hey, we are not here to judge.  I just haven't determined if there is enough here to make this into a junior book or if the subject matter is interesting enough to stretch it out.  I'll figure it out, I guess.

I am looking for name suggestions for three archaic characters.

Question of the day- "What would you be willing to do if you had the opportunity to be able to fly?"

Quote of the day-
"Dan Mott: What are you doing?

Jerry Conlaine: Taking off my shoes

Dan Mott: Why?

Jerry Conlaine: Because I run faster with no shoes

Dan Mott: You can't out-run that bear!

Jerry Conlaine: I dont have to out-run the bear, I just have to out-run you!"

"Just Breathe.."

Have a most blessed evening, all

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: Happy Labor Day!!

A Writer Writes...well, sometimes: Happy Labor Day!!: For all of those who fought for our current rights and wages, for all of those who lost so much just to earn a living for their families- Th...

Happy Labor Day!!

For all of those who fought for our current rights and wages, for all of those who lost so much just to earn a living for their families- Thank you.

We had a cook out today and had sock battles and played games and watched some mighty impressive Dr. Who.  The boys just found out Dr. River Song is Amelia's daughter....Lost? It's ok, a lot of people are.

Well, I got to do some writing today for my children's book but have yet to get back into the swing of my larger opus.  I would like to start over and take my notes and such and just start from there.  I would love to lunge back into it, but have just been too far removed to do so.

The children's book ideas come so easy, but I know it is just a way to distract me.  I don't think I am going to feel whole or productive until I have started on it again.  My kids take up so much of my time, but I have to admit that I don't fight for very much of my own, either.

Question of the day- If you have to be crazy to think you are crazy, does that sound crazy?  LOL!  Really though the question is - What are some ways you have found that help you keep from procrastinating?

Quote of the day- “You want weapons? We’re in a library! Books! The best weapons in the world!”
— The Doctor, Season 2, Episode 2

Definitely a crazy man in a blue box.

Have an amazing night, everybody!