The Writer and the Day Job Myth

My last post about my current work situation, which is still pretty messed up, but it wasn't really focused on the ups and downs of  being a writer and the need of a day job.  There is a myth that if you only had enough time you would be able to get your next book …

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The Writer and the Day Job.

Last week I had some out-patient surgery.  (No worries, I am fine and back at work.) The same day, it was announced that the BETA Center would be closing its doors in June. I have been a teacher there since 2009. My day job for the last ten years as been as a teacher of …

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The Work

The work is hard, but I do it. I try to complain less and listen more. I try to do my best. I try and do my best. But, lately the work of my life seems to be bring me down. One of my students confided in me today that she just wanted her struggles …

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Writer and the Cold

Writing was slow this weekend. Not because Captain A returned, but thanks to a lovely winter cold. I spent most of Saturday in a hazy followed by a nap. Then another nap.  I did make it in to the land of the cognizant for a couple of hours to watch Deadpool with a friend.  (Great …

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