Writers: Rise to the occasion
Last week’s recommendation was for people who are doing shows and events to buy mats because hard surfaces make standing for long periods of time more difficult. This week I want to elaborate more on the value of standing. As…
Owin #36 — Life is a game of chance
Check out the start of the series. The unloading and handing off of the cargo went much easier than the loading of it. Gwen managed to wash away the salt that had clung to her body and clothing in a…
A little bit of kindness
Last week I went out for dinner. Unfortunately, my appetizer didn’t come out until after I had finished eating the main course. The waitress apologized a couple of times for the delay and I knew it wasn’t her fault, so…
Writers: Don’t forget your mats!
With my first major show of the year coming up (Planet Comicon), I thought I would share a few tips I’ve learned with my fellow writers (aspiring or otherwise). Even if you are not a writer, you might find this…
Owin #35 — A path through the weeds?
Check out the start of the series. With just the three of them functional, Gwen and Owin had to provide much more in the way of assistance. Initially reluctant, Arn finally acquiesced to teaching Gwen how to use the tiller…
That Google search just put me on a list
The things I do for my characters… They ask for my help and too often I can’t turn them down. So, the next thing you know, I’m off on the internet asking questions on their behalf. Questions I am sure…
Movie Review – Paddington
Today I saw Paddington. The movie has a star cast, including Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abby) Nicole Kidman (a lot of movies, including Dead Calm which was where I first got to know her), Sally Hawkins (also a lot of movies…
Planet Comicon 2015
I am happy to announce that I will again be at Planet Comicon this year! My table is booked! I find this to be one of the best shows around, and not just because it is local. It has really been…
Owin #34 — Battle on the boat
Check out the start of the series. For the next two days, they stayed on The Needle, even at night. Privacy had diminished in the open boat and Owin’s pride in Gwen grew at her willingness to silently deal with…
Owin #33 — A change in the balance
Check out the start of the series. The morning tide came in just before full dawn. The thin clouds had turned a brilliant crimson which reminded Owin too much of the blood stains on the rocky beach. With Gwen and…