Showing posts with label writing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label writing. Show all posts
Friday, November 19, 2010
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
New Beginnings
So, I have done it. I took a new job in a new city and moved three hours away from everyone and everything I love. I landed a full-time position at a publishing company I've been freelancing for since December, and now I'm Senior Staff Writer for a wedding magazine and an arts & entertainment magazine. My Wonderful Fiancé and our big fluffy cat, Tibbot, will be joining me soon. Right now, it's just me and our new little tuxedo kitten, Oscar. (The kitties haven't met yet; that's going down this weekend. We'll see how that goes.)
Anyway, to keep myself a little occupied, I decided to try the 30 Day Photo Challenge that was posted on My Cheap Version of Therapy. This is partly out of regret that I'm not participating in NaNoWriMo (which I am so doing next year).
I would love to do the 30 Days of Truth as well, because some of the topics (Day 24 → Make a playlist to someone, and explain why you chose all the songs.) got me really excited. However, there are just some things (Day 08 → Someone who made your life hell, or treated you like shit.) I couldn't be completely honest about because I wouldn't want to hurt someone's feelings if they stumbled upon the post. Perhaps another day...
Now, I don't know that I'llremember be able to post every single day, but I want to complete the 30 posts regardless.
The 30 Day Photo Challenge
Picture topics:
Day 01: a photo of you today.
Day 02: a photo of yourself at least a year ago.
Day 03: a photo that makes you happy.
Day 04: a photo of a place you’d like to visit.
Day 05: a photo that makes you laugh.
Day 06: a photo of someone you love.
Day 07: a photo of something you stand for.
Day 08: a photo of something you enjoy doing.
Day 09: a photo of yourself when you were a baby.
Day 10: any photo you like for any reason.
Day 11: a photo of a night you loved.
Day 12: a photo of when you were happy.
Day 13: a photo of one of your favorite movies.
Day 14: a photo of your best friend (s)
Day 15: a photo of you and a family member
Day 16: a photo from your childhood
Day 17: a photo of something that has changed your life
Day 18: a photo of your town.
Day 19: a photo that makes you laugh.
Day 20: a photo of something you ate today.
Day 21: a photo of somebody you find attractive.
Day 22: a photo that you associate a good memory with.
Day 23: a photo of something you want to do someday.
Day 24: a photo of what you want to be when you grow up.
Day 25: a photo that inspires you.
Day 26: a photo of your favorite subject in school.
Day 27: a photo of something you are looking forward to.
Day 28: a photo of something/somebody that made your day.
Day 29: a photo of your favorite person from history.
Day 30: a photo you find beautiful.
Anyway, to keep myself a little occupied, I decided to try the 30 Day Photo Challenge that was posted on My Cheap Version of Therapy. This is partly out of regret that I'm not participating in NaNoWriMo (which I am so doing next year).
I would love to do the 30 Days of Truth as well, because some of the topics (Day 24 → Make a playlist to someone, and explain why you chose all the songs.) got me really excited. However, there are just some things (Day 08 → Someone who made your life hell, or treated you like shit.) I couldn't be completely honest about because I wouldn't want to hurt someone's feelings if they stumbled upon the post. Perhaps another day...
Now, I don't know that I'll
The 30 Day Photo Challenge
Picture topics:
Day 01: a photo of you today.
Day 02: a photo of yourself at least a year ago.
Day 03: a photo that makes you happy.
Day 04: a photo of a place you’d like to visit.
Day 05: a photo that makes you laugh.
Day 06: a photo of someone you love.
Day 07: a photo of something you stand for.
Day 08: a photo of something you enjoy doing.
Day 09: a photo of yourself when you were a baby.
Day 10: any photo you like for any reason.
Day 11: a photo of a night you loved.
Day 12: a photo of when you were happy.
Day 13: a photo of one of your favorite movies.
Day 14: a photo of your best friend (s)
Day 15: a photo of you and a family member
Day 16: a photo from your childhood
Day 17: a photo of something that has changed your life
Day 18: a photo of your town.
Day 19: a photo that makes you laugh.
Day 20: a photo of something you ate today.
Day 21: a photo of somebody you find attractive.
Day 22: a photo that you associate a good memory with.
Day 23: a photo of something you want to do someday.
Day 24: a photo of what you want to be when you grow up.
Day 25: a photo that inspires you.
Day 26: a photo of your favorite subject in school.
Day 27: a photo of something you are looking forward to.
Day 28: a photo of something/somebody that made your day.
Day 29: a photo of your favorite person from history.
Day 30: a photo you find beautiful.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Another 5QF!
1. What were your school colors?
Well, let's see...I went to a lot of schools, so I'll just give you a list:
HCS (elementary/junior high) - blue and red
NSHS (high school) - officially red and white, but the cheerleaders' uniforms sometimes had a little blue or black trim
NEMCC (community college) - black and gold
Ole Miss (university) - Harvard crimson and Yale blue
So basically, I'm a red/blue girl.
2. What's the best compliment you ever received?
I really like compliments on my writing. The other day, my editor commented on how beautifully I write, and that really meant a lot to me.
3. Do you buy cheap or expensive toilet paper?
I buy Angel Soft. It's cheap, but it's the only kind I like!
4. Have you ever had a surprise party thrown for you? Or have you had one for someone else?
Both, actually! When I was younger I wanted a telescope for my birthday, and my mom and aunt and uncle bought me one, but they couldn't get it to work so they threw me a surprise party instead. Then this year, I threw a surprise 70th birthday party for my grandma. My sister and I started plotting it a year ago. I still can't believe she didn't find out until she walked through the door!
5. What is one material possession that you "can't live without"?
My laptop. I write, I read, I plan, I design. I cannot live without it.
Well, let's see...I went to a lot of schools, so I'll just give you a list:
HCS (elementary/junior high) - blue and red
NSHS (high school) - officially red and white, but the cheerleaders' uniforms sometimes had a little blue or black trim
NEMCC (community college) - black and gold
Ole Miss (university) - Harvard crimson and Yale blue
So basically, I'm a red/blue girl.
2. What's the best compliment you ever received?
I really like compliments on my writing. The other day, my editor commented on how beautifully I write, and that really meant a lot to me.
3. Do you buy cheap or expensive toilet paper?
I buy Angel Soft. It's cheap, but it's the only kind I like!
4. Have you ever had a surprise party thrown for you? Or have you had one for someone else?
Both, actually! When I was younger I wanted a telescope for my birthday, and my mom and aunt and uncle bought me one, but they couldn't get it to work so they threw me a surprise party instead. Then this year, I threw a surprise 70th birthday party for my grandma. My sister and I started plotting it a year ago. I still can't believe she didn't find out until she walked through the door!
5. What is one material possession that you "can't live without"?
My laptop. I write, I read, I plan, I design. I cannot live without it.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
SOLD OUT, Folks!
From my editor's Facebook status:
We did our first press run with the new magazine and SOLD OUT to vendors kids. All I got to say is Woot! If you want one, better get in line on March 20. They won't last long! They go on sale March 20 at Books a Million, Barnes & Noble, Borders, Sam's Club, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Kroger, Schnucks, Winn Dixie, Publix, Target, and other stores --- Available in all six southern states from Texas to Florida. How COOL is this??? We'll get a specific list of vendors on March 20 from our main distributor. We'll also have a brand new custom Web site listing everywhere the magazine is available.
We did our first press run with the new magazine and SOLD OUT to vendors kids. All I got to say is Woot! If you want one, better get in line on March 20. They won't last long! They go on sale March 20 at Books a Million, Barnes & Noble, Borders, Sam's Club, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Kroger, Schnucks, Winn Dixie, Publix, Target, and other stores --- Available in all six southern states from Texas to Florida. How COOL is this??? We'll get a specific list of vendors on March 20 from our main distributor. We'll also have a brand new custom Web site listing everywhere the magazine is available.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Who, Me? Never!
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
First of all, I did NOT put off work for the job I actually like until the day of the deadline. There is NO WAY I spent a beautiful Saturday shopping and playing with puppies in the park instead of knocking out that story. And I absolutely did NOT come down with a headache on Sunday afternoon, causing me not to start on my work 'til about 6 p.m. I did NOT sit up 'til 2 this morning finishing said story.
I would NEVER allow my wonderful boyfriend and myself to purchase 8 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies and subsequently sample one or six from every box. I am NOT practically addicted to Lemon Chalet Cremes.
I did NOT have a wonky day at work today because I had to switch desks after one of my lovely coworkers quit. I did NOT have to figure out what all she left behind and what to do with it.
I did NOT come home and do absolutely nothing. And I did NOT eat an entire box of Scooby-Doo shaped macaroni and cheese for supper.
I am NOT still bugging my wonderful boyfriend for a ring, because good girlfriends don't do that. Since I'm not bugging him, I'm NOT having to try very, very hard to stop.
Finally, I am NOT already counting down the days to my birthday (21) and asking my WB what he is going to get me. I would NEVER ask for a Siamese kitten (or any kitten for that matter) to keep Tibbs company. I am most definitely NOT one of those people who makes a big deal out of their birthday. Oh, no. Not me!
First of all, I did NOT put off work for the job I actually like until the day of the deadline. There is NO WAY I spent a beautiful Saturday shopping and playing with puppies in the park instead of knocking out that story. And I absolutely did NOT come down with a headache on Sunday afternoon, causing me not to start on my work 'til about 6 p.m. I did NOT sit up 'til 2 this morning finishing said story.
I would NEVER allow my wonderful boyfriend and myself to purchase 8 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies and subsequently sample one or six from every box. I am NOT practically addicted to Lemon Chalet Cremes.
I did NOT have a wonky day at work today because I had to switch desks after one of my lovely coworkers quit. I did NOT have to figure out what all she left behind and what to do with it.
I did NOT come home and do absolutely nothing. And I did NOT eat an entire box of Scooby-Doo shaped macaroni and cheese for supper.
I am NOT still bugging my wonderful boyfriend for a ring, because good girlfriends don't do that. Since I'm not bugging him, I'm NOT having to try very, very hard to stop.
Finally, I am NOT already counting down the days to my birthday (21) and asking my WB what he is going to get me. I would NEVER ask for a Siamese kitten (or any kitten for that matter) to keep Tibbs company. I am most definitely NOT one of those people who makes a big deal out of their birthday. Oh, no. Not me!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Thankful Thursday
Saw this on Mrs. Briggs's blog and decided that I've been focusing too much on all the negative stuff in my life. Today I'm focusing on nothing but the things I'm thankful for!
First of all (and it's the first thing on my mind because I just got off the phone from setting up an interview), I'm thankful for Marianne Todd at Mississippi Weddings Magazine for giving me my shot, trusting me with so many stories and being an AMAZING boss! I can't wait to see this woman's vision in print.
On that note, I'm thankful that I've gotten almost all of my interviews for the story I'm working on. Five (possibly even six) out of seven ain't bad!
I'm thankful that tomorrow is PAYDAY!
I'm thankful that my friend B got a new job!
I'm thankful for my lovely friends and family (namely, Mom, my wonderful boyfriend, my amazing BFF and my lovely coworkers) for keeping me sane!
I'm thankful that, come May, I will have two new babies to spoil! My friend Lana's little boy, and my cousin Joey's little girl!
I'm thankful for my sweet big puppy, Buddy, and my evil little ginger cat, Tibbot!
I'm thankful that I get to go to Southaven with S and M tomorrow to eat yummy TGIFriday's and visit Target!
And finally, I'm thankful that the sun is starting to come out of hiding and that spring is almost here! I can't wait to get out of these layers and put on a skirt and a cute pair of sandals!
(Unfortunately, I don't know how to work that MckLinky thing, so if anyone could enlighten me, I'd be ever so thankful!)
Friday, February 5, 2010
Once More, With Feeling
Lately I have been feeling an overwhelming urge to write. I thought about starting a journal, but I never have much success with journals, as no one other than myself expects me to keep up with them. My solution, after reading some really good postings by blogger friends of mine, is to start a new blog. I tried it last year, but only ended up posting one entry. However, I really want this one to succeed. I think school had me so burnt out of writing that I fell out of love with it. Now I'm feeling the urge again, and it's a really good feeling.
What exactly am I going to blog about? I have no clue. I may talk about what's going on in my life. I may talk about a book I just read or a movie I saw. I may rant about things that are going on in the world. Who knows? Let's just say I plan to write about things that matter to me, if not necessarily anyone else. That's why I chose the title "Miss Misc."
What exactly am I going to blog about? I have no clue. I may talk about what's going on in my life. I may talk about a book I just read or a movie I saw. I may rant about things that are going on in the world. Who knows? Let's just say I plan to write about things that matter to me, if not necessarily anyone else. That's why I chose the title "Miss Misc."
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