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Jan
31
☕ Grab Your Lavender Latte–Poems for Breakfast is on YouTube
Poems for Breakfast is on YouTube! The Story Rug nailed it—Part 1 is live, and I can’t wait for you to see it.
2 min read
Jan
24
📖 Behind the Stanza: Creating “Time” in Poems for Breakfast
Curious about how the poem “Time” came to life in Poems for Breakfast? Discover the playful poem, its minimalist illustration, and a writing tip to capture inspiration before it slips away.
3 min read
Oct
17
I Made the Dumbest Book Ever—and It’s Perfectly Ridiculous
This book isn’t about being smart or impressing anyone. It’s here to do what a good book should: delight you. It’s for when life feels heavy, and you want to laugh at something absurd—or maybe laugh at yourself.
Sometimes, the "dumbest" ideas are the ones that bring the most joy.
3 min read
May
01
The Silent Power of Walking in Peace
Self-defense isn’t just about fighting—it’s about presence.
2 min read
Jan
09
Dear Money,
Sorry that we were buttheads about the whole thing.
2 min read
Nov
17
Life Lessons from My Inner Four-Year-Old
Listen, Joey, you’re gonna find out what you’re really made of. You’re strong enough for that. Like Thundercats and She-ra, you’re going to have your own superhero journey.
4 min read
Oct
25
Stories That Explain Everything: "Do Zombies Smell?"
It was funny—until it hit me. Was he… making a good point?
1 min read
Oct
24
Stories That Explain Everything: “Go Cut That Tree Down”
No plan, no tools, just: ‘Get something sharp and keep going.’ Classic dad logic. What could possibly go wrong?”
1 min read
Oct
14
6 Self-Publishing Rabbit Holes Worth Falling Into
Sure, you can upload a book in minutes—but if you’re ready to dig deeper, these rabbit holes uncover strategies that can make your book-making life easier.
10 min read
Sep
29
Writing on the Edge: How Risking It All Made Me Write More
I downloaded an app that deletes your words if you stop typing. Harsh? Yes. Motivating? Surprisingly. The first time I lost everything, I expected drama—alarms, skulls, something. Instead, I was left with a blank screen and a question: Why did that sting so much?
4 min read