Tag Archives: creativity

National Creativity Day

Posted on May 30, 2023 by swabby429

An acquaintance asked about my blog and in particular if it was making me any money. I told him that my blog is not monetized and that I actually have to pay a yearly fee to have it. It’s like … Continue reading →

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Creative Living

Posted on September 14, 2022 by swabby429

There’s the matter of joy that arises from creating something each day. At least this is something my friends group and I have noticed and encouraged over the past several years. Jonathan enjoys tweaking retail displays at his job. Andrew … Continue reading →

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Creative Beginnings

Posted on May 2, 2022 by swabby429

Most people I’ve met want to contribute something original, valuable, and unique to our world. People who are determined and focused go a long ways towards accomplishing their goals. Having such thoughts and actions are nothing new, people have been … Continue reading →

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World Creativity And Innovation Day

Posted on April 21, 2022 by swabby429

I do not cope well with high wind. Meanwhile, there have been an increasing number of very windy days in my neck of the woods recently. One of the most effective distractions is settling down to create. This post is … Continue reading →

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Writing From The Heart

Posted on February 2, 2022 by swabby429

Ideally, a blogger or other sort of writer’s text emanates from our compulsions, fascinations, and interests that engulf us completely while in the act of transcribing thoughts to words. While actively engaged in the act of tapping out or using … Continue reading →

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Inspiration

Posted on January 2, 2022 by swabby429

This week, a cousin asked how I get inspired to do my various projects. I replied that I’m not really certain how it happens. I went on to say that I’m reluctant to analyze the process because over-analysis puts the … Continue reading →

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Conquering Demons

Posted on July 14, 2021 by swabby429

“You don’t need to exorcise your personal demons onstage.”–Jimmy Kimmel When blogging, vlogging, or hosting podcasts, there is a fine line between citing one’s own life experiences and providing too much information (TMI). I mention this because another one of … Continue reading →

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