Musings from the Author
Let’s go Camping
As a kid, camping in the backyard was a fun time with my brother, and of course my faithful companion – Shultz Wowzer – the wonder dog. Backyard camping came with a lot of perks. Setting up and taking down the tent was easy-peasy! Of course, snacks and clean bathrooms were just steps away from…
Summer love of reading
Gulf Gate Library – Sarasota I searched for the most beautiful library in florida! and the votes are in. although I have never visited this library – I will put in on my list to visit – probably combine it with my next trip to the ringling museum – which i have proclaimed the most…
Broken bones & Gratitude
What are your memories from Thanksgiving? Hmmmm probably a tie for the most memorable – but not because it was very thanksgiving themed…. I broke my collar bone in a freak paddle board mishap a few years ago – Thankful it could have been worse; it could have been my face! The next year my…
You bet your aspen trees
To quote Dr. Seuss – The Lorax “I speak for the trees”. I was mesmerized to see the beautiful aspen trees on a recent visit to New Mexico. The mountains were glowing with the iconic yellow leaves of these amazing trees. Even the slightest breeze caused the leaves to flutter and create what is referred…
when your Creative Battery needs charging – find a waterfall
There is something so simplistic, yet so powerful, to be in nature and truly immerse yourself in your surroundings. Awakening all your senses. The sound of falling water crashing onto the rocks. The smell of the woods and the flowers in bloom. The cool shade from the towering trees above. The vivid colors of green…
Finding magic in the mundane
This morning I was enjoying my coffee on my front porch and who should wander by…what we affectionately call the “yard bunny”, because we used to have a pet bunny. Nothing special about the day. Nothing special about the bunny. Think of how many Children’s books have been written drawing inspiration from this unlikely subject;…
Top Writing Locations: Where to Find Inspiration
where do you like to write?
I double Dog Dare you
Are you a person who has a head full of story ideas? A journal full of story ideas? A Backed up flash drive of manuscripts waiting to be released in the reading Universe? Don’t wait! I double dog dare you to publish. Your ideas and stories are as unique as your fingerprint. Characters, places, plots…
Happy Book Birthday – Boo Boo Queen
Well it wasn’t a typical Monday! I received an email that my book was approved (because specs matter) for publishing on 4/14/2025. WOW! It’s finally here! It’s available on Amazon and will soon be in other outlets! It’s been a journey. The story was inspired by my youngest daughter who was always chasing after her…
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Lynn Van Meter 