Oh, it’s a happy day when I walk into the kitchen and find my son, fresh off the plane from the other side of the world, making his breakfast. 
(Never mind his “I’ll humor you, Mom,” smile. He’s very sweet)
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We’re gearing up for our annual Epic Warren Vacation so I’m working a light week this week…and thus starts a 2 part series (maybe more!) called What Susie May Learned While Doing Research.
So, I often go to YouTube and watch “setting” videos—e.g., “Hey, I’m writing a story set in Key West. Let’s take a walk around the wharf.” And of course Mr. YouTube dishes me up a number of interesting videos.
BUT – on the side are tantalizing little morsels of “shorts” – you know, those 30 second attention bombs that suck you in with dopamine hits and endless scrolling? Dangerous stuff. A little like chocolate chips.
However, sometimes I find something good. Something that intrigues me…
Like this video.
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Click on the image, or HERE to watch it.
Such an interesting concept…but true! And I immediately started using this idea in my current novel. But it got me thinking…
What learned “failures” have I believed and incorporated into my life? When I started making the list (I’m not going to tell you how long it is…but seriously, why had I never thought of this before?) it was eye-opening.
I can relearn. I don’t have to obey the lies.
Anyway, I thought it was worth sharing.
I’m packing up my TBR pile and on the very top is book #3 in the Chasing Fire: Alaska series – Burning Escape. If you haven’t started this series yet, it’s SO MUCH FUN and fast-paced. And my book is up next! It’s available right now on all retailers but Amazon.
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If you enjoyed Chasing Fire: Montana, or my Alaska Air One Rescue series, you’ll see some familiar faces. (Oh, and did you know you can get the box sets of the complete Montana Fire series on Kindle Unlimited?)
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Okay, I’m off to drink coffee with my handsome son.
Have a beautiful Tuesday! And thank you for reading!
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