In a country where most people spend an enormous amount of time online—reading and writing—the general lack of literacy is shocking. Not just the nitty-gritty of grammar and spelling, but basic reading comprehension and writing ability. As in, knowing what words mean and putting them in an order that makes sense. Now, I don’t expect […]
I was raised to believe that it’s wrong to “invite yourself” to do something with others. As a rule, it’s rude to be an imposition or intrude on others. Often that’s true… but, as with any rule, there are exceptions. Sometimes it’s okay to ask if you can join in. If friends are talking about
While I had high hopes for 2018, the year hasn’t gotten off to the greatest start. It’s almost the end of March, yet I’ve hardly posted here at all. I’m behind schedule on my next book and struggling to keep up with things like exercise, bookkeeping, and laundry. (How is there always so much #$%ing
Once upon a time, literal meant actual. But why stick to those guns when figurative speech is the spice of life? Metaphors paint a picture, and similes are as clear as a calm blue sea. As clear as a bell, as clear as a crystal, as clear as the tears of a clown. Idioms add
I admit it. It’s a bit of a sickness. When I absolutely adore a movie or book, I’m compelled to read its one-star reviews. I tell myself it’s curiosity. Why would someone else strongly dislike something that I found so moving? It may actually be some twisted form of masochism. By now, I should know
