Honestly, 3-day weekends are the best thing that can possibly happen for my manuscript progress, and after two of them within the past month, I have reached another milestone. I’m halfway done with the next book!

Resolutions and goals are right in my wheelhouse. I like resets and shifts, new ambitions and lofty targets. I like knowing change is possible, that anything is possible. A new year brings that fresh slate that feels irresistibly positive and inspiring.

The city of Oceanside recently hosted a “Write On” event, as part of a day devoted to all things writerly.