September 24, 2007 by Kelly.

My husband suggested I write each Wednesday afternoon. This was a big blessing and boost for me! I’ve been trying to “find” a time to write, on a regular basis, for a few years now. My second oldest son has a class away from home that goes from 1:30 until 4:15 each Wednesday afternoon. So, I pack up my laptop (Mary) and sit at the library to write while class is in session.

At first, I thought I’d also be answering email, or doing online research, but that’s not happening. Why? Because I can’t get my computer to sync with the library’s wi-fi. So, I’m offline the whole time I’m there. I’m finding that it’s forcing me to actually write!

It’s been two weeks so far and I’ve completed one article of over 1,000 words, plus a sidebar for said article. This has really inspired me to write more at home, too. Since I don’t leave my Internet cable plugged in all the time, I’m finding that works as my excuse to write instead of surf. If I need to, I can plug in my Internet, but usually I just try to write as much as possible.

Technology is so wonderful. But, I’m finding there’s a fine line between e-a-s-i-e-r and b-u-s-i-e-r … only two letters difference, really. Society may tell me I’ve got it easier, but I know better… I’m just busier!

Yes, I think unplugging is going to work quite well for me.

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July 24, 2007 by Kelly.

Christians are cheap. I know that sounds cold and cruel, but it’s true. And I’m one of them! If I can swap services, instead of paying money, I will. If I can get someone to volunteer to do something, I will. And if I feel led to do something for no pay, I will. I’m feeding into the fad, I know. I am often approached by small homeschool newsletter editors asking if they can reprint my articles. Sure! I’ve been published in Canada, New York, Wisconsin, Ohio, Pennsylvania, California and, of course, Oklahoma. I’ve been published in various e-newsletters, too. It’s thrilling to see your name in print, and to know people are reading and gleaning from your words. I certainly hope they are seeing Jesus in me!

I’ll keep writing, and I’ll keep giving my free stuff away as reprints. I’m hoping to write some new stuff for our large group newsletter (CHEF of OK), and then I can give those away as reprints, too. I spent a day last month with three magazines and a spiral. I wrote down the cover snippets and then reworded them to be homeschooling-related titles. I have a long list of possible articles to write now!

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