How being a pet mom taught me to write better

I have been a pet mom for all of my life, I think. My first dog was a collie. I had him back when I was in middle school. I have downsized in dogs since then. I recently caught myself scolding my little Chihuahua the same way most mothers scold their child. “Now don’t you drag that mess out in the middle of the floor again,” said I. Chihuahuas are sort of peculiar when you say things sharply to them. She looked at me with her sweet little head cocked and proceeded to do just whatever she wanted to. She’s
American Idol begins
As it is usual, in January a new season of American Idol kicks off. I had been so turned off by the show a few years back (can you say Nicki and Mariah?) that I stopped watching. But last night through a fluke, I turned to the Fox network (I never watch Fox), and the show was on. Boy, was I glad! American Idol is back! It was like the sun came out again on this show. The hosts were fun and upbeat, the guests were interesting and talented, and there was a whole less hype. It was held in
I just discovered…
…indie music playlist/remix compilations on Youtube. Oh my… Great stuff to write to!
I got nothing. But this guy does!

I am in Christmas mode over here and writing and posting are taking a back seat…but I did find this on a search on Amazon then digging into the author’s site…wow. He has an awesome book trailer! if this doesn’t make you want to read the book NOTHING WILL! The author is Ransom Riggs and the book is Mrs. Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. Check it out!!