NanoPoblano 2021 in Review

Dec. 1, 2021 I know NanoPoblano concluded yesterday, but it would be unusual if I didn't date the post. NanoPoblano was quiet this year, but I understand that. Lots of people in my circle, including myself, are exhausted. Speaking for myself, it's been extremely challenging to post everyday for a month, so much so that…

Give to Good Causes

Nov. 30, 2021 The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is commonly known as Giving Tuesday, which encourages people to donate to charities. This act of charity after spending so much on ourselves and loved ones on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and on the heels of Cyber Monday. Some may think that publicizing their charitable contributions defeats…

M.A. Richter, Author Interview

Nov. 29, 2021 A special post for those who are considering being an author. I was honored with an interview with award-winning author, M.A. Richter. Richter's debut novel, Mystic Prince, recently won Firebird Book Awards for Best Epic Fiction and Best New Novel First Published, each category containing a specific set of criteria. Mystic Prince…

Shop Small Businesses

Nov. 27, 2021 I am at it again, talking about shopping at small businesses. When you shop at small businesses, it makes a greater impact than at big box stores. Because small business owners know that dollar amount makes a greater impact for them, they are more likely to make business and personal purchases at…

New Love

Nov. 26, 2021 Today's post for NanoPoblano is a double-duty post as it is also a submission to Carrot Ranch's Flash Fiction Challenge. Anyone can participate! November 25, 2021, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write about a canceled flight. Where was the flight headed? Who does it impact and why? How does…