Category Archives: Memoir

Well, feeling pretty down at the moment. Having heard nothing in a month from my last reader I sent her an email. She responded that she’d been very busy and hadn’t actually read much of my book. That stings. Don’t … Continue reading →

I’ve been working on a new video for the website. I’ve got what really amounts to a “music” video done (and uploaded) that actually tells the story, part of it at least. I will work on the finished product over … Continue reading →

I’ve been waiting for some final but (I hope) very important feedback. It’s been tough just letting the manuscript collect dust in the meantime, so I’ve turned my attention to other things.

Turning my attention to the promotional video on the website. I’ve been meaning to address it for quite some time but have had some trouble figuring out exactly what I want it to convey. I’m still not sure, so I’m … Continue reading →

Not really much to say at the moment as I’m waiting for input from a new reader. To fill the time I’m re-reading John van de Ruit’s “Spud”, picking up some things I missed the first time around. The parallels … Continue reading →

There are so many interesting aspects of writing a memoir. Some are funny and/or surprising, and some are frustrating as can be. I’m always amazed at what I thought I knew that I really didn’t or had wrong. One example … Continue reading →

I’m very pleased with how the rewrites have gone – they turned out better that I expected. I thought I’d run into trouble due to lack of specific detail but it wasn’t too much of an issue. I rewrote certain … Continue reading →

I wish I could remember who showed me the “trick” of making “creamed” coffee without creamer/milk/other? Put the instant coffee into the cup, add a couple drops of water, and whisk it vigorously until it becomes frothy. Add sugar and … Continue reading →

Ah, the holidays are behind us and we’re steaming full speed ahead into whatever awaits us. I’ve received feedback from an old friend – his comments were very helpful, echoing Mike’s on one very important point and giving me much … Continue reading →

Ah, the holidays. Taking a break and letting things just kinda simmer. I have some new edits to consider but nothing major.