Illustrator/author Don Tate got creative with our group’s “Outsiders” theme. What a hilarious bit of photo editing. Thanks Don!You know that old saying that “everything’s bigger in Texas?” We’re not just talking about the size of our summer thermostats or chicken fried steaks. Austin, in particular, is home to the biggest hearts and talents among… Read more »
You may have seen this clip or read Mr. Pausch’s book of the same title. It is worth watching again. What a legacy he has left for the world. It is so worth hearing his inspirational words offered only months before his death from cancer. Pay attention to the importance of childhood dreams. At the… Read more »
“A writer’s problem does not change. He himself changes and the world he lives in changes but his problem remains the same. It is always how to write truly and having found what is true, to project it in such a way that it becomes a part of the experience of the person who reads… Read more »
I know it’s rather like cheating to post video clips on a blog. I promise this won’t be a habit beyond my crazy summer. I hope the specific clips I post will entice you to forgive my temporary laziness. Part Two: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIbTqNrxSV0 Part Three: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cElk8cQk2VY
Summer days are long, but time for blogging is short. Please indulge a little summer experiment here. When the hour is late and my brain is mush, I will post an inspirational or motivational quote and/or video clip that has touched me. I hope they brighten your day. I would love to know that you… Read more »
Quote for the day “There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” — Albert Einstein
Okay, a quick disclaimer is in order. I am not a beer drinker and I am not endorsing Budweiser. BUT…you’ve got to admit they make remarkable commercials. As you watch this video clip I hope you writers and illustrators and other creative artists will ask yourselves one question: Who are the people supporting you and… Read more »
photo descriptions- 1.) My son peeks into the black-light viewing box to see the Day-Glo book illustrations literally glow 2.)Donna Bowman Bratton (L), Jenny Ziegler (c), and Carmen Oliver (r) holding signed copies of the book 3.)One angle of the room 4.)Interactive question and answer session with the kids 5.)The happy author signing for a… Read more »
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