M.A. Kropp: Writer, Blogger, GeekGirl. My Life. My Words. My Way.
Been a while, hasn't it? Moving is a big project, and it takes pretty much all of your time and energy. But we are in the new place now, and getting settled. There were adventures and all sorts of fun, of course, but things are beginning to look like someone is moving IN rather than … Continue reading All Moved In, and Almost Ready to Go
Creak Note to self: Get those hinges oiled. Gee, it seems pretty deserted in here, doesn't it? There are cobwebs on the ceiling, and your voice echoes in the emptiness. My fault, I know. I haven't been very attentive around this poor, neglected blog lately. And for that, I apolgize. And have to say that … Continue reading Monday Musings: Quiet In Here, Isn’t It?
We got hammered with snow at the end of the week, as did many. The overnight stuff was heavy and wet, and then turned somewhat drier as Friday went on. And, of course, we had some business that HAD to be taken care of on Friday. So, out we went into the teeth of it. … Continue reading Monday Musings: Uh, Mother Nature? WTF?
Today (or tomorrow in some traditions) is the Celtic Feast of St. Brigid, the feast honoring not only the saint herself, but the returning of the Light and the early signs of Spring. It is one of the four main fire festivals in pagan tradition. Imbolc It seems she has sent us a lovely reminder … Continue reading Monday Musings: Imbolc, the Feast of St. Brigid (or I Am Ready For Spring)!
We were away for the weekend in Somers, CT for the Chili For Life cook off. It benefitted an assistant fire chief, and a five-year-old girl, both of whom are battling cancer. As a survivor myself, I was very happy to serve as scorekeeper for this event. And it was fun. A good group of … Continue reading Monday Musings: Chili and Football
The news of David Bowie's death after a battle with cancer was blow enough. And then, we hear today that Alan Rickman lost his battle with this disease this week, also. It has been said many times in the last few days, and many more times before that, but I will say it again: F*ck … Continue reading Thursday Thoughts: Bowie and Rickman
We have all seen those three dimensional street art pictures. Some of these are really neat because you can be part of the picture (Video by Edgar Mueller, 3D artist): 3D Sidewalk Art Would you walk across this bridge. I would not! : Scary, Scary Bridge Time travel, anyone?: Time Travel Who said auto mechanics … Continue reading Wednesday Wanderings: 3D Art, Scary Bridge, Time Traveling Particles, and Auto Mechanics and Art
I have gotten to chapter three in revising this year's NaNoWriMo project. The working title is Two's Company, and it is sci-fi, specifically space opera. I've figured out a sub-plot and have started weaving that into the story. Things are getting fleshed out more, and some bumpy spots smoothed over. So, progress is being made. … Continue reading Monday Musings: Writing, Weather, and Other Random Thoughts
And the holidays are officially over, I guess. Most people are back to work today. Most celebrations are over. We try to get back into the normal daily routine, after vacations and holiday travel. As much as the holidays are fun and festive and fantastic, there is a certain feeling of right about getting back … Continue reading Monday Musings: Back to the Grind, Upcoming Stuff, Dog Park Fun, Star Wars, and Audiobooks
Just some random stats for the blog, plus a little thinking back, on the year that just went by: Blog views: 1700 Busiest day: July 6th with 34 views. The post: Cover Reveal: Circle Unbroken Total new posts: 136 The Five Most Viewed Posts: Wednesday Wanderings: Practice Smarter, Computers Writing News Stories, 3D Floor Tiles, … Continue reading Friday Review: 2015
And So On... 