Spring Is Here

I have reveled in the warm weather over the past couple of days, as I enjoy the rebirth that spring brings to all of us!
I've been busy crafting stories, writing another chapbook that I hope to publish soon. After that, it'll be turned into a full length book for publication. That'll be one of my goals for the next couple of months!
As the owner of a small business my life consists of work, networking, writing press releases, more work, book signings, teaching, course designing, and taking photographs.
All of these activities can eat away at time during the day, and on the weekends, but, in the end it is what I will do whenever possible.
I actually drew a picture that I want to submit to a project that I am involved in. I'll probably submit my poem first and then continue to create another draft of the sketch. At any rate that'll keep me busy!
Today I was part of a book signing hosted by ASA publishing, located in Westland, Michigan. It was an enjoyable event. I feel that all writers and publishers should network whenever possible.
As an author and publisher it's an adventure for sure.
Over the next couple of days I'll be designing more materials for my new class, "Writing Your Life Story/Family History. As I had researched some familial history many years ago, I've found that with the invention of the Internet, some of my research can be pursued online. Of course, I'm still the pen and ink lady who likes to pour over books and research them thoroughly for any tidbit of information that's available.
One aspect that I am going to focus on in my new class is teaching the students how to interview their family members. A lot of grandparents are interested in talking about their lives, and for someone to put their voice down on paper is a great way to keep the family story alive.
Happy writing to you all!