October 6th, 2013: Links I Love

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Welcome to October 6th's Links I Love! Let's get started...

1. Homemade croissants. Need I say more? (FOOD52)
2. If croissants are too hard, how about some Cinnamon Raisin Swirl Bread? (PASTRY AFFAIR)
3. What do you do with all your left-over herbs? Make vinegar! (THE YELLOW HOUSE)
4. How to use a whole ear of corn - no wasting here! (FOOD52)
5. Two words: Ramen Burger. I know, right? (REFINERY29)
6. The perfect summer recipe (even if it's Fall) - Watermelon-Lime Ice Pops (GREATIST)
7. Just because this is super pretty...No, but this Squid Ink Pasta with Stilton Blue and Fresh Eggs is gorgeous and super yummy! (TARTELLETE)
8. 5 Comfort Foods for a Rainy Day! (EVERyDAY FOOD BLOG)
9. The perfect recipe for today - Bacon Macaroni and Cheese! (EVERYDAY FOOD BLOG)
10. A wonderful blog that will have you starving in seconds. (MUDPIES AND MINSTRONE)
11. Good to the Core Stuffed Apple Dessert - try saying that ten times fast. Sorry, I'm too busy mentalling eating this. (HEALTHFUL PURSUIT)
12. Cupcakes and more... (KITCHEN MUSINGS)
13. Vanilla tarts... thank you very much! (KITCHEN MUSINGS)

Thanks, and see you tomorrow for more! 

October 3rd, 2013: Picture Post

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Writing is My Life

An Intro to Writing

If someone asked me what was the most important part of my life, I would probably say writing. I love to write. I would write even if everyone hated my writing. I would write if I was penniless, and I would write if I was unbelievably rich. I write about everything and anything, if you can't already tell.

So, why do I love writing?

I love writing because it gives me a way to express myself. Writing allows me unlimited possibilities. There will always be a word I don't know, and there will always be that one perfect word for my emotions.
I love to write to get my thoughts on paper. I love making characters and stories come to life. I love making an impact on other's lives through my writing. Most of all, I love putting a little bit of me into my writing.

What does writing mean to me? 

To me, writing is everything. Writing is my emotional outlet. I write short stories, poems, blog posts, rants... Writing means being able to let go. I let my fingers go. All I do is sit back and watch. 

When did I first begin loving to write?

Ever since I was young, I have loved to write. I read non-stop, so writing just came naturally to me. While words didn't always come to me easily, I loved finally having that breakthrough moment, like a lightbulb going off in my head. 

How do you write well? 

Write constantly. Even if you don't have anything to write about, just write. Oh, and read! Reading is the best tool for writing. 

How do you come up with story ideas?

Carry a notebook around with you and write down whatever comes to mind. The best ideas come at the most random times. Trust me. And when all else fails, have a nap. 

Helpful Hint: If you have a character idea, but can't think of a problem, try asking yourself, "What's the worse thing that could happen to this character?" Try being as original in your answer as possible, and maybe you'll think of something. 

Have fun, and go writing! 

October 2nd, 2013: Time

Time - such a strange concept, yes? Running out of time - what does that even mean? Are we trying to get out of time? If one thinks beyond the common usage of the phrase, it's actually a little interesting.

At the moment, I am multitasking. I'm realizing now, that time can't exactly be shared between multiple activities. Let's just say the more interesting one is taking my attention. I'm not sure which is more interesting: NCIS: LA or this blog post. So, I apologize if this post is a little strange.

Sometimes I feel as if life is too short. Sometimes I just want life to end. Can't this suffering be over? It's all too painful...And yet, within the smallest interval of time, I don't want the moment to end. Then the pain enters, hazing the edges. The burning from the scars, dulled for a moment, reappears. Then I have to ask myself, does it ever end?

I can't give you an answer.

The answer is for you to find and discover. I'm here to help guide you. I'm here to raise questions - for you and myself. Because I'm not perfect. Let's be honest; I'm in no shape to be helping someone. So I won't try to be like that. I'm just here to write, listen, and whatever else I feel like being.

So, what can I be for you in this time we have today?

October 1st, 2013: A New Start

It's the first day of the October, and I feel a new beginning in the shadows. Just out of my reach, but I'll get there. I know I will. Even if it takes me to my death bed, I promise I will do my very best to get that new beginning.
From my many moves (32!), I have learned new starts. Sorrowful, but also filled with hope. A new, shiny-fresh slate to start on. No rumors, no reputation...just you. You can make your new life whatever you want to. Pick a new name to go by, be a completely different person. Instead of being the bookworm tucked away in the corner, maybe try being the outgoing person. A move means being able to restart your life. It's a second chance that doesn't come by very often.
Bittersweet endings are never nice. Bittersweet beginnings...aren't better. I'll admit, when I was forced to move to a different country, I was flat-out heartbroken. Now, looking back, I'm not sure why. It's only when one looks back that you see that you were truly alone. My old "friends" weren't really friends, I realize. It's a little frightening - am I always alone in the world? I hope not.

October 1st - Will it be your new start?