Monthly Archives: March 2024

Learning to say “no”

Posted on March 26, 2024 by CharliesTrail

It’s a constant practice to be intentional about saying “no.” Continue reading →

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Staying the course as a songwriter

Posted on March 23, 2024 by CharliesTrail

What’s my secret skill? Songwriting, something I enjoy that I haven’t been nearly as intentional about. Continue reading →

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Overdue for new ink

Posted on March 21, 2024 by CharliesTrail

A new tattoo is under way, honoring, music, love and family Continue reading →

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You should be writing

Posted on March 16, 2024 by CharliesTrail

It’s easy to break away from a routine and lose discipline in creative work that has no deadline and no immediate financial incentive. It’s also easy to “take a load off” or feel like you’ve done so much writing at … Continue reading →

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‘Joe Hollywood’: tales from a career in costuming

Posted on March 15, 2024 by CharliesTrail

Here’s a recent feature for the Stillwater County News that I really enjoyed writing. Joe McCloskey gave one of the most enjoyable interviews. Check it out: Continue reading →

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Use gratitude to discard negative feelings

Posted on March 15, 2024 by CharliesTrail

Stay grateful Continue reading →

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Set yourself free by pursuing your passion

Posted on March 14, 2024 by CharliesTrail

The activities I lose myself in are writing and playing guitar, but I must confess lately I haven’t been losing myself in the writing. I’ve been writing on deadline – several articles a week – for the weekly newspaper I … Continue reading →

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Rewatch to comfort or connect

Posted on March 13, 2024 by CharliesTrail

What movie or TV series have I watched more than five times? Five times sounds excessive…especially for a series. If I want to rewatch a series it’s usually “Breaking Bad” or “Banshee.” I’d love to rewatch “Deadwood” but I keep … Continue reading →

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