In case you were wondering, today is the 199th birthday of the state of Maine. It is also the birth date of Saint Nicholas (270 A.D.) But that was merely to get your attention. Today’s video reveals something every writer needs so they can spend more time writing and less time on social media.

Sorry. This video sketch has been around for 10 years, but it still makes me laugh! Ever met someone like this at a gathering? “What do you do?” “I’m a writer.” Conversation goes downhill from there… !HAH!

Most of you have the “privilege” of experiencing snow in your backyard every winter. But not here in Phoenix and Tucson. Last week our state was “blessed” with snow. My daughter and husband live in Tucson and were rather startled by the white blanket over their city. See her in the photo below. She also sent us the one above. Even the Tucson police were confused. Enjoy …

Enjoy this incredible performance of the “The Entertainer” on a classical guitar. Richard Smith is one of the USA’s greatest players, named to the National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame in 2009. He makes this look so easy! (Note the series of chords and notes at the 2:27 mark.) By the way, the fellow sitting next to him during the performance is the legendary player Tommy Emmanuel. I …

This is fun to watch. Imagine how hard it was to edit this piece. But even harder would have been convincing hundreds of people in other countries to participate! Hope this makes you smile today.

Attention to detail. You’ve heard it as an important principle in writing authentic fiction and nonfiction. But who makes sure a movie pays attention to that detail? The script supervisor. Today’s video is a seven-minute education for a job that few appreciate. Our eyes will even pass over that name in the film credits. An editor will play this role with your book!

While the music on this video is amazing, it has a very fun feature. The best tambourine player in the world! After awhile I couldn’t help but smile and then laugh. Hope he brightens your day. Question: If this video is a metaphor of the publishing life and the author is the main singer, then who is the tambourine player? The editor? The agent? The marketing director? The reader? Feel free …

This clever, tongue-in-cheek video is a great lesson for what should be our “word” for 2019: humility.

Walmart created a fun ad about their curbside pickup service. Features some rather memorable vehicles. Enjoy! HT: Ronie Kendig