Category Archives: Journal

Catching Up

Posted on June 27, 2008 by mousewords

  I’m continuing toward my goal of writing 50,000 words of fiction in June for the Southern Cross Novel Challenge! I’ve had a lot of ups and downs this past week, with many exciting moments. However, I’ve been remiss in … Continue reading →

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God Answered

Posted on May 14, 2008 by mousewords

    I was writing at Starbucks for the day. The internet wasn’t free, so I decided not to go online—I thought I would probably get more work done that way. I planned to write blog posts; but I soon … Continue reading →

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Currents of Life

Posted on April 6, 2008 by mousewords

      At the moment, I live at home with my folks and sister. The challenge about this is that it’s hard to find a quiet space for my work or personal time; but the good part is that … Continue reading →

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And God Spoke through Peacocks and a Cable Guy…

Posted on March 8, 2008 by mousewords

    As I awoke this morning, my thoughts filled with a certain dream of mine. Not the singing-the-National-Anthem at-a-Dodgers-game in-your-skivvies kind of dream. The goal-in-your-heart kind of dream. The one that fills your waking hours, and sometimes seems as … Continue reading →

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I’ve Been Named an SOB and I’m Happy!

Posted on March 7, 2008 by mousewords

    I’ve just had the honor of being called an SOB on Liz Strauss’ blog! “Successful and Outstanding Bloggers — They take the conversation to their readers, contribute great ideas, challenge us, make us better, and make our businesses … Continue reading →

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Stressing Action, Instead of Acting Stressed

Posted on March 7, 2008 by mousewords

    “…obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” ~ Matthew 28:20 After spending too much time working last night, I went to bed way too late, … Continue reading →

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Ego Tripping

Posted on February 27, 2008 by mousewords

    So I bought some new shoes the other day. I love to shop, but sometimes buying eludes me. I’m notorious for being indecisive in the area of my wardrobe. I often wind making unwise purchases in a last-minute … Continue reading →

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A Sign for the Times

Posted on January 19, 2008 by mousewords

I have a lot of ideas. A plethora of them. Sometimes these ideas cram together in my noggin until I’m certain they’ll be pouring out my ears. Most often it’s “good” ideas–story plots, art projects, web design plans, goals, wants, … Continue reading →

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Bound to Overcome

Posted on January 10, 2008 by mousewords

I’ve had a lot going on in my life, thoughts, and goals just over the past couple of weeks. Not much would show on the surface—but between my ears and behind my eyes, the world is a different place. Maybe … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon, and Better, Even!

Posted on January 8, 2008 by mousewords

Blog renovation is in progress, stand by! New theme and header art are in place, but I’m going through my pages to harmonize everything. Please forgive broken links and wiggy text formatting for a bit. Brushing up my writing as … Continue reading →

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