Muriel discusses her technique to create a small bee drawing in watercolor pencils on aquaboard.

Muriel shares a discovery from Calhoun’s book, Old Southern Apples, combined with her visit to Horn Creek Farm, in writing a setting for her next historical fiction.

Muriel shares the resources she found to support visual descriptions in writing the human experience of one of her characters who died in the Battle of Gettysburg.

Researching her new book, Muriel read Unruly Women by Victoria E. Bynum to better understand the social and political climate in the 19th Century for unwed mothers and single women.

Muriel shares her experience creating a chronological timeline for personal photo-journaling. She shares her experience and process, how she organizes life events, and embraces reflection in a personal narrative.

Muriel shares a personal story and connection to the gift of a Swedish tile given to her and her husband.

Muriel writes about an afternoon in a snowy forest on the White Cedar Trail in the Governor Earl Peshtigo State Forest.

Muriel shares the experience of hosting a Swedish foreign exchange student; she has embraced the shared tradition of Kanelbullar for thirty-seven years.

Muriel writes about her disappointments with digital images and the overwhelming challenges of creating photo albums.

Muriel writes that the benefits of shoveling a path for their hens include encouraging their outdoor activity and making it more convenient for their chicken parents.

Muriel blogs about a recent novel she read, entitled Bonnie, by Christina Schwarz. She writes about a key theme of motherhood that Schwarz weaves into her book, aiming to portray Bonnie Parker's unknown emotions.

Muriel watches one of her hen’s limitations and learns courage from LittleBit, despite the setbacks she encounters in her creative work.

An interrupted internet connection and a lack of cell service prompted us to seek help, and we met helpful people along the way.

A book review of Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini. Muriel learns of courageous women who were in France as soldiers in the Signal Corps during WWI.

After scattering wildflower seeds, Muriel thought about writing a comparison between writers and wildflowers. As a writer, what could she learn from wildflowers’ resilience, creativity, and need to thrive?

Muriel shares her thoughts about attending her husband’s fraternity reunion, the connections, and the memories.

Muriel reflects on her memories of Iceland’s color palette, which left an impression on her during her visit to the Nordic Island.

Muriel shares her online experience with WWA’s critique group using Google Docs and Zoom. Vector image from Freepik

Muriel explores the silent sounds of late September, even when the Autumn colors have not begun, missing sounds announce the beginning of a new season.

Muriel walks you through her editing process for a short story collection, discussing the challenges and benefits of seeking professional help.