Category Archives: Journal

St. Patrick’s Day: Is, Isn’t And Should Be

Posted on March 17, 2016 by DMW

It’s hard for people to tell that I’m Irish. I mean my fair (pale as f**k) complexion or my red curls or the thousands to freckles that adorn my every inch of my skin. The fact that I avoid the … Continue reading →

Posted in community, culture, Events, Family, History, Holidays, Journal, Personal, travel | Tagged family, genealogy, green, history, holiday, Home, homeland, Ireland, Irish, Irish pride, March 17, personal, roots, St Patrick's, St Patrick's Day, thoughts, travel | Leave a comment

Another Blogiversary

Posted on February 15, 2016 by DMW

It almost passed without me even realizing it, but today marks the second anniversary of my first blog post (and this is my first-ever blog). Looking back on the last year, I’m not sure what conclusions to come to or … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog, blogging, Journal, Thoughts, Writing | Tagged "first year blogging", "self-competition", anniversary, blogger, expectations, labels, niche, success | Leave a comment

When Your Body Tells You

Posted on January 21, 2016 by DMW

A little while back I was plagued with a variety of symptoms that were far from life altering or even severe, but damn were they making me uncomfortable, cranky and borderline nonfunctional. I had a constant headache that would not … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, History, Journal, Life, Medical, Personal, Relationships, Thoughts | Tagged "bone marrow disorder", “Autoimmune disease”, advocate, blood disease, bone disease, doctor patient relationship, expert, hydrocephalus, kidney disease, know your body, listening to your body, medical resume, patient advocate, shunt, trust, trusting yourself | Leave a comment

Getting Back To Business . . . Help! Marketing 911

Posted on January 14, 2016 by DMW

This year I really want to do well in terms of work. Not just grow as a writer and get published (though hey, I want this too) or anything crazy like score a book deal that would mean I could … Continue reading →

Posted in Editing, Inspiration, Journal, Life, Writers, Writing | Tagged business, business development, career, do what you love, finding clients, job, marketing, networking, productivity, promotion, small business, success | Leave a comment

The Lingering Echoes Of What Was (And What I Could Hear)

Posted on January 11, 2016 by DMW

It’s been two years and six months since I last heard music. My best friend, Crystal, was visiting me in Colorado. She was helping me proof pages for my husband’s first wedding anniversary gift (a big ass book all about … Continue reading →