I started work on a new story this week and so far so good. I’ve really missed this side of things so it’s great to see my productivity increasing. At this rate, I may even have something to publish before the end of the year! September 26, 2022 Hot Topic There’s been a massive shift in the atmosphere in my home over the last three weeks. It has coincided with the kids starting their new school and both thoroughly enjoying it. I can’t explain how much of a load off our shoulders it is to see them happy and not…
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