This is our dog Lyric. Lyric, I'm afraid, has OCD. I don't know if it's genetic or what, but this tragic handicap will probably impair him for the rest of his … [Read more...] about Overcoming Perfectionism: Stop Going Around in Circles
Archives for February 2011
What I’m Reading this Week: 2.20.11
I'm a big fan of writers reading (a lot). I have a stack of books and magazines on my night stand and don't feel complete at the end of the day if I haven't read from … [Read more...] about What I’m Reading this Week: 2.20.11
Creatives: You Are Not What You Do
Last week, I asked the question, "What Is a Creative?" Many of you chimed in on Twitter, giving some very thought-provoking and compelling answers. Here are some of my … [Read more...] about Creatives: You Are Not What You Do
Writing and Developing a Thesis
If you're beginning to write something -- anything, really -- you need a thesis. You can start brainstorming or free-writing, but eventually you'll need a thesis for the … [Read more...] about Writing and Developing a Thesis
The Civil Wars: Barton Hollow [Music Review]
Ever since I downloaded The Civil Wars free MP3 album Live at Eddie's Attic, I've been a fan. My wife and I have seen them in concert twice, which has only furthered our … [Read more...] about The Civil Wars: Barton Hollow [Music Review]
To Be Creative Is to Be Misunderstood
I have this belief that creative people are more misunderstood than "normal" people. Why is this? Maybe it's because creative people think outside the box (the truth … [Read more...] about To Be Creative Is to Be Misunderstood