I’m a Writer…Right?

by | being a writer

I’m a Writer…Right? Last night I was talking with a fellow writer about those ego-crushing moments when I tell someone I’m a writer. We all know what comes next: “Oh, what have you written?” I muster all the confidence and courage I can and say: “I’m working on...

Hey Vulnerability…You up?

by | musings

Hey Vulnerability…You up? It is a habit of mine to get caught up in the idea of production and performance. Those things tend to have measurable results. I carry them out often for the sake of others, because if I can provide something that is useful, then there...

How to Make Money on Upwork . . . I think?

by | being a writer

How to Make Money on Upwork . . . I think? I am officially a paid writer. It feels good…but also bad. How do you make an income as a writer with no credentials? I am asking because . . .  That’s me. The non-credentialed one. I began pursuing a writing career...

Because Others: Joy and Your Craft

by | being a writer, inspiration

Because Others: Joy and Your Craft Despite the persistently aching fear I’ve felt about not having an income these past two months, the faith that I am doing the right thing keeps me moving forward. When you find what makes you happy, you have to go all in. Commitment...

Playing House with Resistance

by | being a writer, inspiration

Playing House with Resistance There is book magic. The Book Gods are always at work. Watching their creations exchanged from hand to hand, shelf to shelf. Hiding under papers and knickknacks. Nestled in an old milk crate, forgotten in a closet’s dusty corner. From the...