Lately, it seems like everyone wants to escape this beautiful thing called life. I think at one point we have all felt frustrations pull us in the direction of misery. There is so much solace in discomfort. It comes almost too naturally. We are human, raw and unforgiven. We ache so deeply, it’s hard to remember how many choices we have. When we can’t live up to the personas we have built, who are we?
Being a blogger has its perks. It also has many, many frustrations. The job also entails reminding clients what their goal is. Reminding clients what SEO really is. Reminding clients they need to pay you. Reminding clients you need topics. Reminding clients you need photos. Sometimes, I feel like I need a to-do list for my to-do list.
Becoming a seasoned writer takes years of experience. After years of schooling, workshops, unpaid internships, and cheap gigs making a fraction of a cent per word, only the strongest spirit can withstand the crushing efforts of the writing industry. It is even more difficult now than ever, with worldwide access to the internet, blogs and social media carve out a niche of self-proclaimed writers with no formal education on the subject.
How do you stand apart as a writing professional when surrounded by writing hobbyists?
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When we are growing up, to prepare us for the first person to have a hold on our heart, people say, “Your first love never really dies.” On June 14, 2007, mine did.
From one hair addict to you, I’d like to formally announce Hair-Kissed salon as my one and only hair vice as long as I live. Any joking aside, this salon is absolutely amazing, a hidden gem in Glastonbury, CT.
I love food. I am lucky to live in a spot local to so many amazing spots to try out new foods decadent foods, and unique foods. I also love anything with cheese, so it was only a matter of time before I checked out the grilled cheese food truck that lingers in my town Friday and Saturday evenings until 3 am. If you think this article is a myth, you are very wrong. This truck is real, and it is magical.
A painter and a poet got paired as roommates in August 2008. One loved the color pink and the other kept everything gray until they both realized how much they both loved glitter, and each other. The rest is history. If college wasn’t inspiring enough, I was lucky to be paired up with my opposite and my much needed partner in crime. Creating words and watercolors together for four years, I’m excited to feature ErinKelli Kilbane this week, artist, teacher, painter, muralist, fellow glitter & fuzzy animal video enthusiast.
I have amazingly talented friends and I love to brag about them. I’m lucky to say I’ve had the opportunity to meet and live with painters, graphic designers, writers, inventors, even lawyers! I also am lucky to have friends that are so proud of their craft they’ll let me pay them in pizza and wine – and come over any time.
What’s better than a lazy Sunday reading, writing, or doing whatever creative outlet that keeps you inspired. For a lover of poetry, reading always ignites the desire to create your own words. Every Sunday I’ll choose a poem and invite you to weigh in on your thoughts or just enjoy the read!
Michelle Ketchum 