Megan DiMaria

Are you a book lover? Besides buying an author's book, there are several ways to support an author. Did you know that authors are not...

I find this quote from Voltaire delightful. Isn't it lovely? Everyone in the arts, including hobbyists, needs to feed their creativity....

A life in the arts is not an easy one. Most of our efforts are behind closed doors, struggling alone for our art. There are so many ups...

Do you have people from your past that you still pray for? I do. There have been situations that have compelled me to pray for certain...

Some of the nicest friendships I've enjoyed were possible because I extended myself to others. Some of the best moments I've shared were...

Remember when trolls were only exotic characters in fairy tales? These days they've emerged from the dark woods and secret caves, and...

People with goals are driven to succeed. The issue is that it will take time to reach your goal. But, hang in there! While you're on the...

Somebody needs to hear this (and it could be me). Because life is full of stress, doubts can creep into our thoughts. We can let...

I really needed a blogging break, so I gave myself one. I believe it's important to listen to your body, your heart, and your mind when...

For Christians, Lent is the season to prepare our hearts for Easter. This year, Lent begins tomorrow, on Ash Wednesday. A time to...

Lately, I've been thinking about art being worthy of the particular creator and The Creator. If our talent is a gift, shouldn't we...

Writers, how do you get to know your characters? Readers can tell how well an author knows their characters, so you better polish your...

I'm always on the lookout for a good learning opportunity, and a friend recommended this upcoming workshop to me. Jane K. Cleland comes...

Life can be hectic. Right? There are times when we feel like life is bombarding us with situations and emotions and demands—when it seems...

Somebody needs to hear this: stop fretting about the future. It's all too easy to give in to worry. Our lives are so busy and if we don't...

A writer writes, no matter where they are—but organizing a writing getaway to devote hours to your craft can boost your creativity and...

What were you doing 43 years ago this week? I was starting the rest of my life. At the time, I thought I was all grown up. But looking...

Take a breath I'm busy. We're all busy, right? I had a moment last week when an appointment that should have been recorded somehow missed...

It's nearly over, 2021. Only a handful of days, and then 2022 crests the horizon. This last week of the year is a slide-by week for many....

At this beautiful time of year, I wish you a thrill of joy. . . Decades ago, my parents passed on their nativity set to me. In the box...