Category Archives: Sharing Is Caring

Posts related to TV shows, songs, nonprofits, and/or web sites Leah likes. Please forgive the randomness.

Not in the Mood? Maybe These Photos Will Help

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Leah

Oftentimes, the easiest scenes to write are the funnest. But then there are other days when the scene I thought would be quick, easy and painless just can’t make it from my muse to my conscious to the page. Those … Continue reading →

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Live Like You’re Dying by Lenka

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Leah

The lyrics say it all. And Lenka’s voice delivers them beautifully (listen below). Even pain is a reminder that I’m alive, and I’m living like there’s no tomorrow. So I move forward with open eyes, a genuine heart, and an … Continue reading →

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When Your Mood Doesn’t Match Your Character’s…

Posted on June 5, 2010 by Leah

The story of David and Dawn needs finished. The ending – well, technically it’s the beginning – has never been in question. My muse has had it gift-wrapped and ready to be opened since I finished “Misery’s Constant Companion.” I … Continue reading →

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Top 5 Songs to Fuel Emotional Scenes

Posted on April 14, 2010 by Leah

I’m not sure if all writers rely on music for added inspiration before, during, or after specific types of scenes, but I do. When I’m going to write a dark scene with graphic violence or heated dialogue, I’ll listen to … Continue reading →

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Kingsford Charcoal Commercial – Guy Traumatized by Winter

Posted on April 6, 2010 by Leah

I laugh my arse off every time I watch this commercial. Plus, I totally connect with the guy in the yellow coat, traumatized by winter and all its snow and all its cold. Isn’t the best stuff usually the most … Continue reading →

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Band of Horses – ‘I Go to the Barn Because I Like The’

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Leah

I’m such a total Gemini. How else can I explain lovin’ hardcore horror movies and soft-hearted music? Don’t get me wrong: I also enjoy soft-hearted movies (except “chick flicks”) and hardcore music. I guess there are just too many sides … Continue reading →

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My 100th Post Is a Charitable Donation

Posted on January 15, 2010 by Leah

This morning I realized today would mark a milestone in my journey as a blogger: my 100th post. So I spent most of the day going back and forth between two topics I wanted to discuss, but then I found … Continue reading →

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‘This Life Has Been a Test…’

Posted on September 27, 2009 by Leah

This life has been a test. If it had been an actual life, you would have received instructions on where to go and what to do. That is still one of my favorite quotes from Angela (Claire Danes’ character) in … Continue reading →

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