Needed to Rest...

Working out is killing me...

Worked on Gossip

I worked on Gossip today.  I had a chapter to edit, but I didn't get to it.  I just wrote another chapter.  I'm trying to stay ahead of the writing by editing what I write the next day.  I don't want to be overwhelmed with editing at the end of it.  Hopefully, editing and revising one chapter at a time will make it easier to edit the whole book at the end of writing.

Printer Issues...

Both change ink cartridge lights are lit on my printer.

I need to change them.  How long can they last before I change them?

Been Working Out...

I'm so tired...

The Struggle is Real!

Trying to Work, But... It's Too Hot...

My Personal Note on the Writing Process

I tell my students… “You engage in the Writing Process every time you send a text, but you do not realize it.”

1. Pre-Writing: You think about the message you want to send, and who you want to send it to.

2. Writing: You write out the text.

3. Editing & Revising: You look at the text to see if it says all you want it to say.

4. Publishing: You send the text.

As an English professor, I feel that this is the best skill I can teach my students.  To break the writing down into smaller steps.  It will make writing easier.  I go through the steps in class for each assignment, but I don not tell them that it is a step in the writing process.  I may have to start doing this.

Most of my students appreciate being taught the process.  It often lets them know that they do not have to do everything in one step…  writing is a process.  If I can get my students to learn that one thing… I feel like I have overcome a great obstacle.

Worked on Gossip Today

I wrote another chapter of Gossip today.

The Importance of the Writing Process

The Writing Process is important to every writer, no matter the level they are at in their writing endeavors.

It helps you plan your work, write it, edit and revise it, then ultimately publish it.  Research has shown that people, specifically children become better writers when they use the writing process. This is discussed in an article entitled, “A Classroom Investigation of the Growth of Metacognitive Awareness in Kindergarten Children through the Writing Process” by Geralyn M. Jacobs.

Using the writing process:

• Helps writers build confidence in their writing
• Provides structure and organization, especially if the writer feels lost or doubtful
• Promotes independence and self-direction
• Helps writers think about their writing
• Helps writers improve their writing
• Helps writers share their work

The steps are: Pre-Writing, Writing, Editing, Revising, & Publishing.  Each step is important when completing a writing project.  The process is recursive, which means you may have to revisit a step that you have already completed.  But, that is okay.  It is a process.

https://blogs.longwood.edu/postonsn/investigating-a-writing-rule/

Let’s look at each step.

Pre-Writing is thinking about what you are writing.  This is the first step you should take when writing.  It could be thinking, taking notes, brainstorming, and gathering information.  A crucial phase in pre-writing is to create an outline or writing map for your project.  This is important because it helps you see what you are going to write and gives you a road map that can keep you on task.

Writing is sometimes called Drafting.  During this stage, you write.  You take what you gathered in the pre-writing step and put it on paper.  This is where your idea comes to life.  It is writer-centered.  It is important that you do not edit or revise during this step.  That can be hard, but you must WRITE during the writing stage.

Revising is making sure your writing sounds good.  Revising is reader-centered.  This is where you think about your audience.  You make sure your words are right, your sentences are concise and accurate, and your ideas are clear.

Editing is where you check to see how your writing looks.  You check for errors such as grammar, mechanics, and spelling.  This stage is important because it makes sure your work is correct.  Always edit before publishing.  And, always edit after you have added to your work after revision.

Publishing is where you share your writing.  You can either submit it for a class, ask a friend to read it, or post it online on your social media.  This is a crucial step because it allows you to see the finished product, as well as share your work with others.

The writing process makes writing easier.

The Struggle is Real...

Me today...

Today...

Added Some Work to Gossip

I added some information to Gossip (https://gossip-ddb.blogspot.com/).  This information will help you understand the series.








I added:

Some Insight to the Collection - https://gossip-ddb.blogspot.com/2018/06/insight-to-gossip.html

A Synopsis of the Collection - https://gossip-ddb.blogspot.com/2018/06/synopsis-gossip.html

An Abstract for the Collection - https://gossip-ddb.blogspot.com/2018/06/abstract-for-gossip.html

Added Some Work to Rumors

I added some information to Rumors.  This information will help you understand the collection.

It can be viewed here: https://profddboone.wixsite.com/ddboonesbooks/rumors-a-collection-of-short-storie

I added some insight to the collection, a synopsis of the collection, and an abstract for the collection.

Added Some Work to The Idle Talk Series

I added some information to the Idle Talk Series (https://idletalk-ddb.blogspot.com).  This information will help you understand the series.

I added:
Some Insight to the Series - https://idletalk-ddb.blogspot.com/2018/06/insight-to-idle-talk-series.html
A Synopsis of the Series - https://idletalk-ddb.blogspot.com/2018/06/synopsis-idle-talk-series.html
An Abstract for the Series - https://idletalk-ddb.blogspot.com/2018/06/abstract-for-idle-talk-series.html

My Amazon Author Page

Check out my Amazon Author Page.

https://www.amazon.com/author/deartradmadkins-boone

You can support my work there.

Worked On My e-Portfolios Today

I worked on my portfolios today.  I added my Amazon Author Page to them.

• My Professor e-portfolio - https://profddboone.wixsite.com/profddbooneeport
• Deartra D. Madkins- Boone's Book e-portfolio - https://profddboone.wixsite.com/ddboonesbooks
• My Literary e-portfolio - https://profddboone.wixsite.com/ladyboonewrites

Blog Work Today...

Did some more blog work today.

Been feeling blah.  Got a headache.  Not sure what's going on.

The Writing Process

Since I am an English professor, I decided to explore The Writing Process.  It is one of the most important skills, tools, ideas I can teach my students.

https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/FAQ/what-are-steps-writing-process

As a writer, it is the most important skill, tool, and idea I use.

Join me in discovering or rediscovering The Writing Process.  (Note: They may be written out of order.)

The Importance of the Writing Process - https://ladyboonewrites.blogspot.com/2018/06/the-importance-of-writing-process.html

Pre-Writing

Brainstorming

Outlining - Yes, I'm Talking about Outlining - http://ladyboonewrites.blogspot.com/2018/07/outlining-yes-im-talking-about-outlining.html

Writing

Revising

Editing

Why is Editing and Revising so Important? - https://ladyboonewrites.blogspot.com/2018/07/why-is-editing-and-revising-so-important.html

Publishing

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See my thoughts...

My Personal Note on the Writing Process

http://ladyboonewrites.blogspot.com/2018/06/my-personal-note-on-writing-process.html

My Personal Note on Outlining

http://ladyboonewrites.blogspot.com/2018/07/my-personal-note-on-outlining.html

My Personal Note on the Importance of Editing & Revising

http://ladyboonewrites.blogspot.com/2018/07/my-personal-note-on-importance-of.html

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Edited a Chapter of Gossip

I edited a chapter of Gossip today.  This chapter spills some tea about a future collection in the series.

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My mind works in weird ways.

Worked on My Portfolios Today

I worked on my portfolios today.

• My Professor e-portfolio - https://profddboone.wixsite.com/profddbooneeport
  
• Deartra D. Madkins- Boone's Book e-portfolio - https://profddboone.wixsite.com/ddboonesbooks

Worked on Blogs

I worked on updating some of my blogs today.

• Gossip - https://gossip-ddb.blogspot.com/
  
• The Idle Talk Series - https://idletalk-ddb.blogspot.com/
  
• Subtle Manipulations - https://subtlemanipulations-ddb.blogspot.com/

Not Feeling Good!

Went to see my father over the weekend.

In the country...  Allergies were triggered!

• Dogs 😬
• Mosquitoes 😳
• Grass 😰

Not doing well at all.

Happy Father's Day!

My Books...

I have a page dedicated to my books.  Check it out...
https://profddboone.wixsite.com/ddboonesbooks

Wanted to Write

I wanted to write today, but I couldn't.  Windows was updating my computer ALL day.  Then I had to do maintenance and clean up on it.

UGH!!!

Read Select Chapters of Gossip

Want to learn more about Gossip, my collection of short stories?

Visit... https://gossip-ddb.blogspot.com/

More Work on Gossip Today

Wrote another chapter of Gossip today.  I'm spilling all kinds of tea in this chapter.  Some of it involves an affair, a pastor's wife, and a cousin.

You'll have to buy the book when it comes out.

Time in the Garden

Time spent in my garden is always refreshing and relaxing.  It's small, but I like it.

Struggling...

I'm struggling today.  Can't focus.  Can't concentrate.  Can't stay on task.

Perhaps it's because I've been up since 4AM.

Writing Treats

Worked a little today.  These are good.

From Writing Today...

Excerpt from Gossip...

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Angela was tired of Tammy in her head.  She got up and walked outside of her building.  She went to the back entrance of the building, since no one was usually back there.  But, much to her dismay, the lady she had talked to in the hallway earlier was out there with another lady.  They both had bibles in their hands ad they looked deep in conversation.  She walked in the other direction, hoping to avoid them.

No such luck.  “Angela, come over here for a second.”

She blew a breath and pretended she didn’t hear the woman.”

The woman spoke louder.  “Angela, can you come over here for a second?”

She turned around and looked at the two ladies.  Of all the people I see out here… This Bible thumping woman… I ain’t in the mood for no Bible study.  I got things to do.”

She walked towards the women.  “Hello, ladies.  I need to run to my car right quick.  I don’t have a lot of time.  what can I do for you?”

“Karlyn told me that she spoke to you earlier today about Pastor Page.  I was happy to hear that it wasn’t true.  That’s a true blessing.  Praise God.”

Karlyn said, “Praise the Lord.”

“We need a new pastor.  I really liked Pastor Page.  He’s very genuine and you can feel the love he had for God’s people.  it’s a shame that people want to talk about people.  it’s just not right.  I need whoever’s spreading this vicious rumor to read Psalm 34:13. Karlyn, get that in your Bible for me and read it.  We need to hear that right now.”

Angela looked at the door of the building.  What’s the quickest way to sneak back in the building.

Karlyn said, “Keep your tongue from sin and your lips from speaking lies.”

“Yes, Lord.  I hear you.  We need to watch our tongues and stop lying.  And that’s what this mess is lies.  The Lord will judge every lying tongue.”

Angela rubbed her eyes.  “Amen.  That’s a good word for today.  Ladies, I need to go.  It’s been nice talking to you.  I gotta go.”

“Sweet darling sister.  Don’t run off so quickly.  I feel lead to pray for our dear brother Pastor Page.  Since, he’s a part of your family, you should be the one to pray for him.  Let’s join hands.”

Angela shook her head.  Seriously, I ain’t got time for this.  Woman, please.

She smiled at the woman.  “I think you should pray, since you were lead to do so.”

“That’s good, but we can all say a prayer.  One can chase a thousand… two ten thousand… Lord, if we put three on them… It’s gonna be powerful.  Yes, Lord.”

Karlyn said, “Amen,”

She blew a breath.  “We don’t have time for three prayers right now.  You can just pray.  I believe God is working through you right because you are on it.  I mean.  I feel the power you are flowing in right now.  All we need is an organ, and we can have some church right here.”

She hoped that would convince the woman to go on and pray or else she’d have to walk off.  She hadn’t come out here for all this.  She was trying to get one holy roller out of her head, only to run into the mother of all holy rollers.  She just wanted to leave.

“Well, blessed be the Lamb of God.  I’m going to gone and pray with such encouragement as that.  Let’s join hands.”

“God, please let this be a short prayer.

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Was it a short prayer?  You'll have to wait to find out.

More Work on Gossip

Wrote another chapter of Gossip.  It's getting good.  I'm still introducing the characters, but soon we're gonna find out if gossip will ruin any friendships.

Edited Another Chapter of Gossip...

I edited more of Gossip today...

Sometimes Life Takes Over Writing

Writing Treats Today...

Writing treats today...

Didn't really like these.

Writing...

Wrote some more on Gossip.

I had to go back and change some things on my outline.
The Writing Process at work!

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Quick lesson:

http://tlnet-kids.com/2015/03/06/writing-process/

http://tlnet-kids.com/2015/03/11/writing-process-step-2-drafting/

http://tlnet-kids.com/2015/03/18/the-writing-process-step-3-revising/

http://tlnet-kids.com/2015/03/23/the-writing-process-step-4-editing/

http://tlnet-kids.com/2015/04/22/the-writing-process-step-5/

Edited Gossip Today...

I edited some of Gossip today.

Meanwhile...
Why is it so hot in Texas?

Day Off

Friday was a good day of rest. I'm taking today off just to chill as well.

I'll get back to work tomorrow!