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You Mustn’t Let a Little Thing Like ‘Little’ Stop You

26/04/2024 Steph Penny Leave a comment General writing

I really enjoyed watching the new Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical. One of the catchiest songs for me was Naughty, in which the eponymous Matilda, a plucky young girl, sings: You mustn’t let a little thing like ‘little’ stop you! The song is about how you can be brave and take matters into your own hands, even though […]

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Creativity is Inefficient—And That’s a Good Thing

27/10/202327/10/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment General writing

As a kid, I loved to daydream. I would sit for hours, staring through my bedroom window into the backyard, imaging all sorts of characters going on quests and having adventures. My toys and LEGO constructions mirrored these daytime fantasies, and I enjoyed books that took me into other worlds too. I started writing stories […]

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Is Writing Cathartic? 

13/10/202313/10/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment General writing, My songs, Survivng Childlessness

‘How wonderful to express your pain through writing,’ people often enthuse. ‘It must be so cathartic!’ Yes—and no.  On the one hand, I find it helpful to get my feelings onto paper or screen. Seeing things in black and white can give me clarity about my problems, not to mention perspective. Sometimes, when I write […]

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It’s Conference Time! 

06/10/202306/10/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment General writing, Worship

Tonight the 2023 Omega Christian Writer’s Conference begins. I’m just a tiny bit excited about this.  Why? It’s not just the opportunity to think more creatively, learn about the business and art of writing, and spend time actually writing. It’s not just the inspirational talks, the information and resources, and the practical help offered by […]

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Finding Rest

30/06/202330/06/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment Surviving Chronic Illness

I received so many comments in response to last weeks’ blog that I figured they warranted their own blog!  It seems many readers could relate to the concept of rest not being restful whether because of chronic illness, pain, fatigue or sleep problems. It’s good to know we are not alone. Here follows the helpful […]

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Time to Retreat

28/04/202328/04/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment General writing

I walk through the door, greeted by half a dozen cheerful voices. Heads turn and acknowledge me with a smile, some with warm greetings. I hug those I know and beam at those I haven’t met. Gratefully, I accept the offer of a cup of tea and ease myself into a comfortable-looking chair. One by […]

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Multiplication Challenges—Or Are They? 

21/04/202321/04/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment Survivng Childlessness

‘How do you deal with being childless at church?’ a friend recently asked me. ‘Do people put pressure on you to “Be fruitful and multiply”?’  I nodded emphatically. ‘You betcha. Happens all the time.’  Her eyes widened. ‘How do you deal with that?’  It’s a good question, isn’t it? What is the best way to […]

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3 Things I Do When I’m Stuck Creatively 

31/03/202331/03/2023 Steph Penny 2 Comments General writing

Writer’s block is a common affliction amongst writers of all levels of experience. I’d happily bet good money on a similar ‘block’ effect happening to creatives of all sorts: musicians, poets, painters, graphic designers and filmmakers. It’s like accidentally stepping into a mud pool and getting stuck in mud halfway up your leg. Budging out […]

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Writing Tribe

27/01/202327/01/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment General writing

I love my tribe of writers. We meet once every couple of months with local fellow writers, and we have an international conference every year. We are Christians of all ages, all personality types, and all writing genres.  I suppose some would consider this group an extra commitment, like a chore. But for me, it’s […]

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What Are Your Hopes for 2023?

06/01/202306/01/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment Surviving Chronic Illness

I’m not setting goals and plans for this year. I’m not making New Year’s Resolutions anymore. It’s not that I don’t believe in them, and if they help you, knock yourself out. But one thing chronic illness has taught me is that my goals and plans are often laughably unrealistic.  These days, when I set […]

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