"Somewhere between the continuing COVID dramas [...] my writing hasn't really happened." I wrote this on my Facebook page in January 2021. Depressingly, I could have written exactly the same thing in January 2022. Between lockdowns, school closures and self-isolations, plus all of the other dramas and illnesses involved in normal family life (which included … Continue reading 2021: Review of the year
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Lockerbie Writers: Reflections on the last six years (2015 – 2021)
By Kerrie McKinnel, Events Manager This year, Lockerbie Writers is going through something of a shift of membership. As I prepare to take my own step back, it seems like the perfect opportunity to reflect on my time with the group. First, let me ask you a question. Have you ever said these words? “I’ve … Continue reading Lockerbie Writers: Reflections on the last six years (2015 – 2021)
2020: A Year of Writing (Or trying to!)
"2020 unwritten … will this be the year you write your story?" This quote came from one of my Facebook posts back in January 2020. Before the world began to use the words "lockdown" and "socially distanced" on a daily basis, I was ready for the new year - and ready to make it a … Continue reading 2020: A Year of Writing (Or trying to!)
Sunday Sunshine
Happy Sunday! In the last seven months since Baby #2 arrived, I have been quiet on this blog and across on Facebook. Today, however, the sun is shining and the little ones are happy (for now!), so what better time could there be to write? The thing is, even with Dad on hand to deal … Continue reading Sunday Sunshine
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