Monthly Archives: September 2016

How Putting Together a Picture Book is Like Managing a Baseball Team

Posted on September 5, 2016 by DrEMiller

Great read, especially if you are interested in creating a picture-based book. Enjoy!

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When a Teenager?

Posted on September 4, 2016 by DrEMiller

While reading Vampire Games by J.R. Rain, a phrase caught my attention–not because it was especially unusual or even well-written, but because it got me wondering about how we use certain words. The clause was “…still three years shy of being … Continue reading →

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New Zentangle Pattern

Posted on September 2, 2016 by DrEMiller

Today was one of those Hurry Up and Wait days. You know the type– you have to rush to get somewhere at a specific time, you’re on time or even (gasp!) early. And then you get to play the waiting … Continue reading →

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Caribbean Colbert 2.0

Posted on September 1, 2016 by DrEMiller

Some cats are just meant to be drawn over and over. That’s my handsome Colbert. For months, Colbert’s portraiture has been eluding me. Yesterday’s drawing showed promise and got me closer to capturing his personality than ever before. The truth: … Continue reading →

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My Weekly Writing Challenge

Posted on September 1, 2016 by DrEMiller

Originally posted on Esther Chilton:
f the week again – challenge time. Here are my latest challenges for you: OPTION ONE: Write a fifteen-word story with the words GOLD, EVIL and LOVE in it somewhere. OPTION TWO: Write a poem…

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