I’m not really a New-Year’s-resolution-making type of person. If I’m going to set a goal for the New Year, I tend to always choose the same one: improve my ability to stay in touch with others. (I wrote about this resolution two years ago.) Thanks to this repeating goal, I think I get just a … Continue reading 2017 in Just One Word
The Ornament Worth $50
I have an odd little Christmas tradition. Every year as I put the ornaments on the Christmas tree, I always pause when I get to a round, little red ornament with white Christmas trees on it. The little ball is about the size of a tangerine, and you can pull the top half back on … Continue reading The Ornament Worth $50
Procrastinating with Veterinary Work
As I go about revamping my website, I’m struggling with updating the “About” section. I’m supposed to share who I am, what great stuff I’ve done, and where I’ve published. Right? Well, I like me, I’ve done some cool stuff, and I’m still working on publishing. But how do I put all that into words? I’d … Continue reading Procrastinating with Veterinary Work
Changin’ It Up
I admit it. I'm not so good at keeping this blog updated. How long has it been since my last entry? I have found it challenging to work toward an MFA in creative writing and keep up a blog at the same time (and work a full-time job). Let's just not talk about why I … Continue reading Changin’ It Up
Can I make rejection a goal?
To follow up on my last blog about horticultural failure, I thought it might be nice to stick with the theme of setback and focus on one of a writer’s biggest nemeses: rejection. But I’m trying to remain positive, if at all possible. My first rejections as an MFA student came during my second semester. … Continue reading Can I make rejection a goal?
Megan Mallory Martin 