If you’re like me, you made sure to watch the recent launch of the SpaceX Dragon capsule and its docking with the ISS. Maybe you also had some questions about the capsule itself. Here’s some information I found. Dragon was launched with two astronauts; however, its actual crew capacity is seven. That may not seem…
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“This I believe.”
On September 11, 2001 I was working in New Jersey, a short train ride from Manhattan and the World Trade Center. During the days afterward, I posted the following article on my office door. I think it is just as relevant now. This essay was written by author Robert Heinlein in 1952 for the Edward…
Thanksgiving 2019
For the Thanksgiving holiday this year we made a gratitude wreath. Ignoring the logistical questions we encountered (e.g. If we list Family should we list the individuals too? If one person lists Family should everyone else list Family?) it was a rewarding family activity. Some excerpts… I am thankful for my family and friends of…
What writer do I want to be like?
I’ve heard the question “What other writer would you want to be like?” used as a way to determine where you want to go with your writing career. I’ve decided my answer is Neil Gaiman. Not because he’s rich, or successful, or that he tells a great story. What I like about him is that…
Accept the inevitable
Ok, so first off I missed posting yesterday. With all the travel I didn’t have time to post or to write. I’ve been doing some restructuring today but only a little writing. I also worked on the EPA proposal but had to come to the conclusion that it wasn’t going to get done by Tuesday….
20 Books Vegas Day #2
This was the second day of the 20 Books conference and I attended sessions on marketing, Military Sci-Fi, Urban Fantasy, and Fantasy. The one I’m going to talk about here was the Story Rescue Workshop with John Truby. He gave seven techniques to help save a struggling story. Since I’m working on a NaNoWriMo story…