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    Writing Inspiration

    I think we all need inspiration from time to time. I found some this past weekend when I had the pleasure of listening to Doug Allyn, a mystery writer from Michigan. I had never heard of Mr. Allyn until I signed up for the conference and I am glad I went. Mostly because I found some new perspectives about writing and the writing life. First of all Doug Allyn has sold 120 short stories. For me, this is nearly an impossible number. I would be happy to sell one. Of course, I would have to actually submit stories, but that is another post. He has written 11 novels and has won…

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    Inspiration

    Everyone needs some inspiration. Regardless of the reason, inspiration is what keeps us alive and creating. Here are some things that keep me going: This is my favorite place to spend a summer weekend with my favorite people. He learned to lick the beaters. This was the only decent day a winter ago before the really cold weather set in. Glad we got the pictures. I have no words for these tiny feet. His brother, just minutes old. Favorite things! A hidden road all dressed up. I wonder if my daughter will recognize this one from another world away.  I don’t think it gets much more inspirational than this. Where…