Many moons ago, I wrote about my decision to start a blog over a YouTube channel or other visual media. There were several reasons at play, notably where things were at in terms of my schedule, my mental health at the time, insecurities, and my setup. It just wasn't feasible, but it was something that was in the back of my mind. A "someday" type of thing. Today is that someday! At long last, it's time for me to finally broaden the horizon on this blog. I am excited (and nervo

Candles are an essential for many of us writers. They're an easy way to add a cozy ambiance to your writing space, and the aromatherapy aspect can be helpful for getting into a writing headspace (and staying there , too). More recently, you may have seen candles used as timers in study-with-me videos. Some writers may even designate a "WIP candle" or "story candle," often chosen because its scent reminds them of their current project. Writers tend to be a crafty bunch, and a

via Universal Gaming I'm fortunate to have a job where my coworkers feel like family. It's a benefit of working for a small, independent business, I suppose. The downside of having such a tight-knit work fam, however, is when someone is called to greener pastures. Thankfully, goodbye isn't a forever thing. Former employees still come to game nights if they can make it or just drop in to say hi if they're in the area. And not long ago, a now-former coworker made darn sure we'd