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7-Day Writing Challenge

September 28, 2020 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Writing | tagged writing | Leave a comment

I have not had the energy, nor motivation, to write the last few days. I do not know if it is work exhaustion, depression, or what. I asked myself what I could do to get my butt in gear. While sitting and pondering ideas, I received an email from a website: The Write Practice. Perfect […]

A Writing Accomplishment

September 13, 2020 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Uncategorized | tagged procrastination, writing | 1 Comment

I have been slacking on my writing. I set goals to complete, but do not. Despite my efforts, I become distracted after a while. These distractions range from watching Netflix or Hulu, to thinking about what my shift will be like at work the next day. In other words, I find my mind being pulled […]

The Urge to Write Calls

September 12, 2020 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Uncategorized | tagged writing | 4 Comments

Here we are, pushing the middle of September. Here I am, sitting here writing a blog post. To be honest, it feels good to be doing so. I have missed blogging, and writing in general. It has been a while since I have written anything. I work two jobs, so it does not surprise me. […]

Writing Goals – January 2019

January 3, 2019 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Storystorm, Updates, Writing | Leave a comment

By my participating in StoryStorm 2019, I am inspired to start setting writing goals for myself. There are two types I will start with: daily and monthly. As time goes by, I may start setting long-term goals. Of course, as with any goal, one must come up with a plan of action to fulfill it. […]

StoryStorm 2019 Day 1

January 1, 2019 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Storystorm | tagged Cathy Breisacher, StoryStorm 2019, Tara Lazar | Leave a comment

Today, the annual StoryStorm 2019 has begun. It is something I look forward to each year. Fun fact: StoryStorm was originally called PiBoIdMo (Picture Book Idea Month). You might be wondering what StoryStorm is. It is a yearly writing challenge, held every January, that is open to all writers. It is hosted by Tara Lazar. […]

2018 is Almost at its End

December 29, 2018 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Storystorm, Updates, Writing | Leave a comment

This year was one of the most stressful, unkind, and horrible years of my life. Honestly, it is one I hope to never re-live again. Not only did it affect me on every level imaginable, my writing suffered as well. In all honesty, I did not write much at all. With that being said, I […]

2018 Goals – An Article I found Helpful

January 10, 2018 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Writing, Writing Advice | Leave a comment

In a previous post, I wrote how 2018 is a new year, and that means we have a fresh start. I mean, who would not want to have a better year, than the previous one before? Everyone hopes that each year is better than the one before. Although this is my writing blog, when I […]

Ten Days into January 2018

January 10, 2018 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Storystorm, Writing | Leave a comment

I must admit, I have not written anything – yet. However, I did manage to read four of the StoryStorm articles. With my schedule, that is an accomplishment. Today, I plan on reading the remaining articles. Afterwards, I can write about them here, like I did with the previous PiBoIdMo challenge. That is always my […]

StoryStorm 2018

January 7, 2018 · by Cindy E. Owens | in PiBoIdMo (Picture Book Idea Month), Storystorm, Writing | Leave a comment

StoryStorm, formally known as PiBoIdMo (Picture Book Idea Month), is back again. I have participated before. It was fantastic fun. I was going to participate in last year’s round, but life got in the way. I have decided to give it another try. I enjoyed this challenge so much. It is better, and less stressful, […]

2018 – New Year, Fresh Start

January 7, 2018 · by Cindy E. Owens | in Blogging, Writing | Leave a comment

The first week of 2018 has come to an end. New Year’s resolutions have been made … and broken. Instead of making resolutions, set goals. At least you cannot break those! I have not written in a while, due to my day job and starting my own business. As a writer, I am kicking myself. […]

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About Cindy

She is a poet, children's writer, conjurer of short stories, and eclectic essay writer. Cindy has just recently added blogger to her hat collection.

Her childhood love of writing keeps her passionate about her craft.

Cindy will dedicate her first book to, and in memory of, her grandparents that raised her from birth.

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