by Jennifer L Oliver | Aug 7, 2011 | Other Writings
“You listen to me, Megs. Don’t go gettin’ all wrapped up with no man. They ain’t worth it. Men are only good for one thing, and half of ‘em ain’t even good for that!” The words of her alcoholic mother rang true for Meghan Dowry. After witnessing several of her...
by Jennifer L Oliver | Aug 6, 2011 | General
As an aspiring author, it is important that I learn all I can about my craft and how to be successful in this rapidly changing industry. There are tons of blogs and author sites that offer great tips and advice to writers everywhere. After months of searching and...
by Jennifer L Oliver | Aug 5, 2011 | General
What I learned this week is that I am not Super Woman nor will I ever be Super Woman. I know your surprised – this came as a total shock to me too! Not really, but I did realize that I try to do way too much in far too short of a time span. For some odd reason,...
by Jennifer L Oliver | Jul 26, 2011 | General
When my husband first approached me with the idea of getting a dehumidifier, I couldn’t for the life of me figure out how the little device I used when my girls were babies was going to help make my house feel more comfortable. After a couple of odd looks while...
by Jennifer L Oliver | Jul 20, 2011 | General
When I grow up I want to be a published author. In order to do this I must constantly hone my craft and learn the business of books. In an effort to do just that, I started reading a ton of articles, blogs, books, and pretty much anything else I could get my hands on....
by Jennifer L Oliver | Jul 11, 2011 | General
Oh. My. Poor. Tired. Body. Day 6 was harder. I’m not sure why but I’m leaning towards the fact that it’s a Monday. For some reason, I have never really gotten along with that day of the week. It could also be because I am dealing with a bit of a...
by Jennifer L Oliver | Jul 6, 2011 | General
Day one was easier than expected. I was fully prepared to battle myself over getting up this morning. I had even prepped my husband with all the things he could say and do to drag me out of my slumber. Just so you know, I love to sleep and I’ve been known to get...
by Jennifer L Oliver | Jul 6, 2011 | General
I have a confession to make. There’s a part of me that is a wannabe exercise fanatic. Don’t laugh, it’s true! I earnestly have a little part of me that wishes I could be one of those people who has that driving urge to exercise every day. You know the type I’m...
by Jennifer L Oliver | Jun 26, 2011 | General
Something has been bothering me lately. I’ve tried to deal with it and keep it from causing too much stress, but it crawls in my head somehow and nags at me from the darkened shadows of my mind. Its called doubt. And its evil! It can start out as the tiniest...
by Jennifer L Oliver | Jun 21, 2011 | General
I hail from a small town in North Carolina. Driving there doesn’t usually pose much stress unless you’re running late and get stuck behind a tractor. And even then, the farmer probably knows you so they don’t mind pulling to the side to let you pass with a friendly...