Promise to self

Rumors at work have led to pretty much common knowledge that my mentor will be taking to a more leisurely life sometime early next year. The woman is a pillar at the newspaper. We think she came with the building back in the 70s. She has a tremendous following and a job I've lusted after for more than 10 years. Seriously. But she also writes a weekly column that, we've been told, will go with the job. I need to practice...........

Writing a weekly column is a challenge. You would think that for those with overactive imaginations, finding fodder would be a cinch. Not always the case. Finding a balance (and humor) in the everyday goings-on around you is what makes a good and successful columnist. And I so wanna be one when I grow up!

So, my resolution is to use this space weekly (which is humorous in its own right if you look at how long I can go between posts!) as a training ground to worm my way into the job I've always wanted. First thing I need to learn is the meaning of the word "brief."

How did I do???

Simple enjoyment

This is what life is all about..............



Then again, according to Butterbean, so is this............

It's been too long.......

I so wish I could be better about writing more frequently on here. In fairness, when you write for a living, it's somehow harder to find the time to do it just for fun!

Along with managing life in general, I've been toying with the idea of venturing into the world of online marketing. Namely, Etsy. Several people have suggested I get involved with that, which must mean some think my "therapy" could be worth something!

For those who don't know, Etsy is an online marketplace for home crafters. Amazing site and some incredibly talented people. Think of it as a craft mall on the Internet. I think the reason I'm even considering this is because holiday craft shows have totally lost their appeal to me. I tried a few a couple years ago and I'm not sure I agree with how some sponsors jury their vendors. How can truly handmade items (quilts, folk art painting, jewelry, etc.) compete with Gack at a buck a bag? Etsy is different, in that these are serious crafters, who enjoy the art itself and believe in quality goods.

So, I'm gonna let you vote. Venture over to Etsy, check out some of the vendors and see what you think. In the meantime, so you can compare, here's some stuff I've done recently.