by Sara Turnquist | Jul 5, 2016 | writing
Sorry I’ve been off the grid for a while. And I have something to share about that. The reason I was so out of touch for so long is that I had a MIGRAINE. For 13 days. That’s not only ridiculous, it’s pretty crazy. And my doctor did everything...
by Sara Turnquist | Jun 28, 2016 | writing
Both of my jobs are “high feedback” situations. As many of you already know, I work seasonally as a Zoo Educator, teaching kids of all ages about animals. There is no end to the feedback I get from my management and co-workers. All with the hope to improve...
by Sara Turnquist | Jun 21, 2016 | writing
Once upon a time, I was a server. Now that can be a stressful job. And it’s the right now kind of stress. That night-before-a-big-test, can’t put it off intense stress. I don’t miss it. In that industry, when you are overwhelmed and have too much...
by Sara Turnquist | Jun 10, 2016 | Off to War - Novel Scenes, writing
Off to War Chapter 2, Scene 9 The next morning, Elizabeth awoke to the sound of a bugle blasting. Time to rise and shine. As promised, a pair of soldier’s boots were by her mat. Sitting up, she was tempted to remove the dressings and examine her blisters. It...
by Sara Turnquist | Jun 7, 2016 | writing
One of the highlights of my week is my writing critique group. I enjoy getting together with like-minded people, sharing my work and theirs, and giving each other feedback as well as encouragement. It gives me a place to bring my work in progress and have others put...
by Sara Turnquist | Jun 3, 2016 | Off to War - Novel Scenes, writing
Off to War Chapter 2 – Scene 7 Dr. William Smith tracked down a spare pair of boots that would suit Elizabeth and had them sent to her tent. He then headed back toward his own tent, deep in thought about the young woman whose acquaintance he had just made. How...
