After having written privately for years in journals and an occasional poem or short story for friends, I decided to spend the second 'half century' of my life pursing my dream of writing for publication.
I write primarily short stories and poems,though like most aspiring authors, I have a novel or two tucked away as works in progress!
Poetry is a recent genre I've been exploring in more depth. Several are posted here of course!
I can be reached at: debbieday1955@hotmail.com
My passion is ...
Family,friends and enjoying the great outdoors.
My childhood ambition ...
To be a 'famous writer'
My favorite memory ...
Gardening with my Grandma
Why I write ...
I write to share the enjoyment of a good story with others, to inspire, encourage and motivate. If in the process of reading something I've written a chuckle or a smile escapes to brighten your day, then I've done what I set out to do.
What I am reading/watching/listening to ...
I love to read in a wide number of genres, I'm addicted to most reality TV shows and listen to Gospel music
My first job ...
Nurse's Aid
My best moment ...
Graduation from college
My inspiration ...
The Lord Jesus Christ
Gardening With Nana
I was on the back patio today watering hanging baskets and potted plants with my ninety-four year old grandmother. Talking of the challenge of keeping the plants healthy and growing in the record breaking heat. Nana asked if I remembered helping to plant her vegetable garden in Massachusetts wearing winter coats and gloves! ...
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It was St. Patrick's Day. I had just finished watching the St Patty's Day parade on the television and thinking this cold wet morning would be a good time to start one of the books I had brought home from the library the day before.
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Debra Cornelius
articles written: 102
writers invited: 1