In my book, there are no shortcuts. Sometimes, I do believe I’ve gone the long way but in the end, I’m right where I need to be.
- Remember the old saying “Keep It Simple Stupid”
- Drinking Coffee (but not too much) really helps me
- Audio Books when I’m running low on reading fuel
- Telling Myself its okay to make mistakes
- Even If I’m A day late -its never to late to edit
- Plenty of water
- If I’m writing by 5:am take mini naps throughout the day
- On days I can’t find the words- Make lists
- Remember to open a window, let the airflow
- Neat spaces,
- When you can’t write- draw or color with the kids
- Make art Sandwiches with the kids
- Live by the seven hugs a day (my house rule) -mood booster
- Using Affirmations before Showering
- Listening to My Elders Tell Stories
- Plenty of Laughter Please
- Beatboxing with my kids so fun
- Family Meditation time & Morning Prayers
- Starting a home garden with kids takes the stress out of writing
- Running or Yoga made a huge difference
- Long baths with rose petals and soft music
- Finding artists groups for both writers and kids
- NaNoWriMo National Novel Writing Month(November)
- NaPowriMo National Poetry Writing Month(April)
- Writing Letters To Myself
- Little Hobbies that aid in healing
- Going to Bookshops
- Supporting Other Writers
- Re-reading Favorite Books
- Placing my hand on my heart- mini 5-second breathing
(feel free to share your tips on blogging and writing)
Kindness sister Krissy
A Poet's Vision 
You pretty much have all of mine … except for long walks with dog!
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oh that’s a good one I’d have to get a dog first (lol) Thank you Maren for saying that
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Love these! I have to make sure to take breaks so I don’t go crazy.
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that’s a good one – oh so true 🙂
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You have no idea how good it felt to read this, Krissy. What a beautiful, heart-filling list. ❤
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aw, thank you for leaving these beautiful words D. Wallace Peach. This made my day 🙂
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🙂
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Feel good and inspiring
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Excellent and so amazing!❤️
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thank you America On Coffee! Much love 🙂
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I walk near water.
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