HOW TO WRITE A SHORT STORY

If you have ever tried to write a short story, then you know that it can be frustrating. I have never been the writer in the family, that is my sister. So, when I started my blog, it was very nerve-wracking. The words, and the thoughts, don’t just flow from my fingertips but it has improved. Apparently, it is like most things in life, the more you do it, the better you will get.

Probably the hardest part is coming up with an idea. I have a hard time coming up with something to talk about daily for the blog, I can’t imagine trying to write a whole book. After you come up with the central idea, then you can start asking yourself these questions, what, when, where, and why. Answer all those questions, then come to a conclusion.

Becoming a writer is hard work. I think I will just leave that to my sister. She is trying to encourage younger children to start writing, so she is having a writing contest.

Last In A Long Line Of Rebels is the name of my sister’s book. One of the characters in the book is Bertie. Bertie is the grandmother of Lou, and she is described as feisty, hilarious, out spoken, and even flirtatious. The Bertie is a youth contest for ages 11-13 to enter, with 600.00 in prize money available. Here is where you can read all about the contest. If you know of someone who might be interested, a neighbor, cousin, grandchild, etc., be sure to share this site.I have on a pair of Chloe & Isabel earrings that I bought last fall at the craft show our woman’s club hosts. I won a necklace, so I bought the matching earrings. These have black faceted centers and a drop of semi precious rock crystal.I am wearing my Michael Kors watch that the girls at work got me for my birthday two years ago. They are really good to me:) I put on a retired Stella & Dot black enamel bangle, you can probably find it on Ebay. Here and here are similar bracelets.

My purse is a Miche bag. If you are not familiar with Miche, here is how they work. You buy a base bag, mine is an ivory base. They you buy different shells, these are magnetic, so they “stick” to the base. You can change the look of the purse by changing shells. They are fabulous because you never have to take anything out of the purse. Mine is the classic size, but they have larger and smaller ones. Here, here, and here are some cute shells.

My shoes are old, and almost worn out. I have had them for at least 3 or 4 years. These flats are by Kathy Van Zeeland. Here is a pair that I like with a cute zipper detail.Here is a look from the back, and it seems my pants look a little big. I didn’t notice them being too big from the front, but this is not a particularly flattering shot. I guess this is not a great time to talk about my pants, but I am going to anyway. Lol! They are a couple of years old, I bought them from a little boutique in town. They are Karen Kane, and you can’t go wrong with that brand. They are a little pricey, but the quality is usually great. I try to shop some of the local stores when I can, although I will sometimes wait for the sales. Here is a similar pair (misses) and here is a similar pair (plus).They look fine from the side, maybe it was the way I was standing. I love this bright floral cardigan. It is an Ann Taylor, that I bought at the outlets in Florida. They had a table full of cardigans on sale, and this one just caught my eye. I love bright colors, as you might have already noticed, but my mother is always making fun of my choices. She is afraid you gurls would take up for me here on the blog, so she keeps here comments to her self. Haha  My mommy is afraid of my GURLS!!! Here is a cardigan that is similar.I saved the best for last. This is the first time I have worn this necklace, and I am in love! I should have gotten a close-up picture for you, it is hard to see against my cardigan. This looks so elegant, and retro. It reminds me of the art deco period. If you can see, it has the same rock crystals as my earrings. I am saving back to buy the cuff bracelet too, I didn’t think I would like it, but after seeing the necklace I am hooked.

Today is the last day to enter for the Stella & Dot Capri tote giveaway. I will be announcing the winner on Friday! If you have not already entered, then go here to enter.

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