I am a HUGE fan of National Novel Writing Month, aka NaNoWriMo. Not only does it include an uplifting community and serve as a charming and satisfying way to kick off the holiday season, but I've become a better writer every time I've participated. Alas, it's not in the stars for me this year, as... Continue Reading →
Rewrite Your Smile with an At-Home Teeth Whitening Service From Smile Brilliant (Giveaway!)
My first GIVEAWAY!
The Capturing Childhood Photography Workshop Made Me the Mom Who Lays in the Dirt To Get The Shot
Review of the workshop that taught me how to use my beautiful camera and capture the moments in every day life I want to remember.
It’s Brimming’s (and My) Birthday! Changes On The Horizon
My first annual blog post on my birthday because Brimming is officially one year old! Exciting changes coming.
How To Better Support the Writer In Your Life
In honor of my 100th post (!), I've written a guide based on learned wisdom to how best support the writer in your life.
How Social Media Can Be Good For Anxiety
Social media has a lot of issues, but I've managed to harness what's good about it to help my anxiety and bring more levity and fun into my daily life.
When Your Blog Feels More Like An Open Mic
Is having a small blog that dissimilar to performing in a coffeeshop for mostly disinterested parties?
The Pressure of The Hustle
There is so much pressure for artists to also be entrepreneurs. In a word, it's a lot.
The Waiting Is The Hardest Part
I recently heard someone say that the only place you'll see success before work is in the dictionary. Love this. Of course it's true, but also? I hate it and kind of wish it wasn't.
A Pep Talk For Writers In The Middle of a Garbage Manuscript (Like Me!)
For those of us writers in the depths of self-loathing, I'm going to channel my inner Coach Taylor.