So I decided that I'd start a new little thing on this blog to keep me posting occasionally.
I like to read a lot. And this is by no means going to be the main focus of my blog, I don't think so, anyway, but for now, it should just be a little feature every couple of weeks or so.

The other day, I was searching through the thousands of books that are available for free on the kindle.
It occurred to me that I was judging these books on their "freeness".

You see, there are generally two categories that I put these free books into, mentally.

First, classics. Most of the great, old classics can be downloaded for free on the kindle. Simple enough.
Second, free books.
Okay, this is terrible, because I know how Amazon's direct publishing works. When you publish a new book, they generally give you the option of making it free for a week in order to promote your book. Cool, right?
For some reason, though, I see free an think "garbage".

BUT. You should never judge a book by its cover and you should definitely never judge a book by its price. I mean, how stupid can I be?

So I downloaded several. Like, twenty of these free books determined to find the real gems in the mix.

I've decided that I'd write about them on my blog and then if they're still free, YOU can go get it, too!

The first book has been a success. I'm still not done with it yet, but I'll post about it when I am.

Laters!

I love marriage.

This morning when the alarm clock went off, Pax rolled over and put his hand over my face.

Apparently I am alarm clock?

Two posts in one week. We're making progress, here.
I put my humble Halloween decorations up yesterday. I have salt and pepper shakers that are little witch's hats. HOW AWESOME IS THAT!?

I'm excited for this season. It's my absolute FAVORITE. I love the smells, crispness... everything about it is just so divine.

There's also no denying that the prospect of dressing my little Thrall up for Halloween this year is just too exciting not to think about ALL the time. I don't think there's any other time of year that inspires me to create like fall.

And one last note about fall, BOOT SEASON.
Amen.

The Leaves Are Changing!

This is going to sound crazy and a little dramatic, but life truly has been better without facebook.

There, I said it.

I will never try to talk anyone into doing something like that, because let's be honest. Some people can handle it and some people can't. I was one of the people who couldn't. 

I think I have mentioned this somewhere before, but I have recently taken it upon myself to be less of a gossip. And I didn't feel like have a facebook account was helping me in this quest. 

I haven't posted since July. Do you know why?

I have been busy. 

Busy being a mommy. Busy being an artist. Busy being a wife. Busy being a friend. Busy being a best friend. Busy making plans. Busy dreaming. 

It's absolutely amazing what you can accomplish when all you're truly worried about is what it will take to accomplish your dreams. 

I don't know what it is for you. We're all different, but cut the negative out of your life. Figure out what it is. And cut it right out. Don't trample it or dog it, just walk away from it. 

Everything you've ever wanted to accomplish is in the direction that you are now headed. 

I promise.

And now, since I have had my dramatic dose, here is some art. (Because like I said, I've been busy.)

This was my sad attempt at creating an environment. Still have a lot to learn. (Obviously.)

I have been dying to draw one of these raw quartz crystals, and my friend's RP forum presented the perfect opportunity.

Any of you who might have followed my old blogs may know what a sucker for Halloween art I am. Here's to Halloween 2012!

And look, Missy! I drew a cat that looks like a CAT!!! ^^^^

Pax and I have started our own humble video game company. Our first game is an arena game so I was working on character design sheets. SO MUCH FUN.

Every time I create a new page for my webcomic I have a panel or two that I'm proud of. Or that I just LIKE. This was one of those.

I'll stop there. I always have more to post. I've taken to drawing fanart lately because one of my besties is writing a really cool novel and has created such a compelling universe that I get lost in it! (And steampunk sucks you in so fast.)

And to my new friend who has inspired me, pushed me, and helped me cautiously creep out of my shell, thank you. (I'd be willing to bet you know exactly who you are.) I really look up to you.