Tag Archives: voice

The Colors of My Heart

Posted on November 14, 2016 by lana1967

I saw this quote and instantly grabbed it. When we talk about using our creativity to change the world, it really isn’t to make us think something. Even though we think we’re trying to change someone’s mind, that really isn’t … Continue reading →

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Blessed Are The Weird People

Posted on November 13, 2016 by lana1967

I’m so grateful to be one of the weird people. I’ve always known I was a misfit and could never figure out precisely what caused me to feel that way. Part of me thought it had something to do with … Continue reading →

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Peace-ing Out Through Writing

Posted on November 4, 2016 by lana1967

“You’ve been making excuses for your writing since you finished college. First, you couldn’t find a subject that inspired you. Then, you chose Howard, who conveniently wasn’t interested in having his memoir written. When he finally said yes, you latched … Continue reading →

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Learning To Hear Praise and Good Things

Posted on November 2, 2016 by lana1967

My friend Paula Offutt, a writer who lives in Weaverville, NC, posted this on Facebook; and to my great surprise it went straight to my heart. Here’s what she said (italics mine) So I’m reading Teamwork I, a dog training … Continue reading →

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Joyful Rebellion Is for Me

Posted on October 31, 2016 by lana1967

I decided that I will be a NaNo Rebel this year! I desperately want to participate, but I don’t want it to turn into some kind of chore. I’m just beginning to love this practice, so I am participating in … Continue reading →

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Being a Creative Introvert

Posted on October 26, 2016 by lana1967

So how many of you reading this are introverts? Is it hard for you to sit down and do anything creative that is going to be exposed to someone else? I have a really hard time with that. I’m just … Continue reading →

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Dear People Who Care: Listen!

Posted on May 18, 2016 by lana1967

How many of my readers with chronic illness and/or disability who go to church have been told, “I’ll pray for your healing, honey”? After they say, “Bless your heart, darlin’, “do they ever offer everything they’ve been told about any … Continue reading →

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Let It Go

Posted on April 13, 2016 by lana1967

I don’t do as much art as I’d like to, because I think it would be a different kind of release. The idea of a “scream of freedom” is something I desperately need.  I try as hard as I can … Continue reading →

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Meet My Muses

Posted on February 17, 2016 by lana1967

My muse scolded me last night after I finished the last post! She is an inclusive muse and reminded me that not all of her charges can run into her arms. In fact, she often reminds us in her interactions … Continue reading →

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Running Into The Arms of My Muse

Posted on February 17, 2016 by lana1967

  I see my life over there The real one The one where I live and love Where I spend my days creating Where I’m doing the work Where I know who I am. The shadows are cast over me … Continue reading →

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