Author Archives: DMW

The Response To My Open Letter To AWP, From AWP

Posted on September 16, 2015 by DMW

Two weeks ago I wrote an open letter to the AWP (The Association of Writers and Writing Programs) about my experience at their conference earlier this year and a response to recent goings-on that has cast a harsh (yet necessary) … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts, Writers, Writing | Tagged access, ada, americans with disabilities act, Association of Writers and Writing Programs, AWP, bullying, David Fenza, disabilities, discrimination, equality, inclusion, Kate Gale, open letter | Leave a comment

When You’re In A Writing Rut, Take A Class Or Something

Posted on September 15, 2015 by DMW

As a working writer, it can be a solitary life. Being a total introvert that works for me. But every now and then it’s good to connect. Lately, I’ve been in… I don’t know. I wouldn’t exactly call it a … Continue reading →

Posted in Editing, Inspiration, Publishing, Thoughts, Writers, Writing | Tagged "writing workshop", continuing education, critique, manuscript, memoir, networking, personal essay, reader, review, revision, rut, writing class | Leave a comment

It’s All About The Pumpkin… A Love Letter

Posted on September 11, 2015 by DMW

It’s that time of year again. Some people dread it, some people love it, but no matter what side you fall on, you know what I’m talking about… Pumpkin is back! Personally, I love me some pumpkin. I think some … Continue reading →

Posted in food, home, Personal, Thoughts | Tagged coffee, health benefits, limited time, monin syrups, psl, pumpkin, pumpkin spice, season, trend | Leave a comment

Men Are Stupid and Women Are Ugly: Kim Davis – A Case Study

Posted on September 9, 2015 by DMW

I’m sure by this point everyone has heard the name: Kim Davis. If you haven’t, here it is in a nutshell: Kim Davis is a county clerk in Kentucky who has a big problem with same-sex marriage. So despite the … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, News, Opinion, People, Politics, Religion, Thoughts | Tagged "religious freedom", "same-sex marriage", contempt, gender, Kentucky county clerk, Kim Davis, marriage equality, sexism, slut shaming | Leave a comment

A Whole Birthday Week For Me! Sometimes It’s Worth The Wait

Posted on September 8, 2015 by DMW

My birthday is July 28, but due to a romantic trip I sprung on my husband right before, out-of-town guests and other things we have had to tackle, we actually just celebrated it last week. But it was worth the … Continue reading →