Pat's Wit and Wisdom Blog

Every year that passes is another year that holds my memories, my "wit and wisdom" and my ideas. But time rushes by me like a speeding train. When will I ever have the time to write down all that I want to share with my grandkids and others? My amazing husband Rick, says often, "When are we going to write our story?" We have been married for 55+ years, since we were very young. God has blessed us, protected us, gifted us and kept us united for all these years. There are so m

Writing has always been a bit of a mystery to me. I’d stare at a blank page, fingers hovering over the keyboard, wondering where to even begin. Sound familiar? If you’ve ever dreamed of putting your thoughts into words but felt stuck, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why I decided to dive into online writing classes. And let me tell you, it changed everything. Why Online Writing Classes Are a Game-Changer You might be thinking, “Why bother with online writing classes when I c

Have you ever caught yourself daydreaming about writing a story that captivates readers? Maybe you’ve scribbled a few lines in a notebook or typed out a paragraph or two, only to get stuck wondering what comes next. I’ve been there too. Writing can feel like a mountain that’s just too steep to climb. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it alone. Taking a creative writing course can be the spark that lights your writing journey on fire. Let me share why diving into

Like many writers, I have cringed at the thought of using AI: Fear, uncertainty, lack of knowledge and lots of other questions plague my mind when I hear the words artificial intelligence. But is it really a threat? For writers, it is like the curse of all curses. Why in the world would I use AI to write something that is already in my head? Is it going to take over the writing industry? Will there be any writing jobs left, any "real" authors, and what in the world is it doi

Are YOU a Writer? Planning to be a writer is a decision that anyone can make. But it takes more than a plan. As I tell my class, to be a writer, one must write. And that is, by far, the most difficult part. Writing takes dedication and commitment to sitting behind a computer screen and pecking at the keyboard, or freehand writing in a journal, or dictating into a recorder, or creating headlines for photos in an album. There are so many ways to write, and they are not the s

Years ago, I watched a powerful video about a blind man sitting on the steps of a building in a busy downtown area. His sign said, "Help Me." Every day, people walked by, but few put anything in his bucket. One day, a woman stopped, picked up his sign, and said, "Please Help Me, I am Blind." Suddenly, people began to drop money into his bucket. The Power of Words Change your words, change your world. Words have an incredible power. They can uplift, inspire, and even transform

Writing is much more than just a way to communicate; it is a powerful means of self-expression, creativity, and personal growth. For many people, writing is a passion that reaches beyond just putting words on a page. It becomes a journey of exploration, a way to connect with others, and a method to delve into our deepest thoughts and emotions. In this blog post, we will explore the transformative power of writing as a passion. We will discuss its benefits, challenges, and the

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