Here’s the deal. I want to be a writer. I really do. Always have, probably always will. Even more, I want to be an author. Like, a real published author. With books and stuff. But here’s the thing: I can’t do it. I just can’t. And I have all the excuses for why I’ll never… Continue reading 5 Writing Excuses (and Why They’re All Lame)
This is my fifth official NaNoWriMo, and although I’ve only won three times, I think I can finally confidently say, “I’ve got this.” I write about 2K words per day over the course of an hour, and that’s it! I work full time, we have a 10-week-old puppy, and my husband is also extra busy.… Continue reading How I Write 2K a Day (and maybe you can, too!)
Quick post for this one, but it can be a lifesaver! If you have Windows 7 or later, you have a program called “Snipping Tool” on your computer. Didn’t know that? Go look! Go on, I’ll wait. Snipping tool takes a snapshot of part (or all) of your screen, and can be saved as… Continue reading When in Doubt, Use the Snipping Tool
Pictures can really affect promotional and interactive materials. Call me a visual learner, but I am infinitely more likely to keep reading or browsing something if it looks beautiful. That’s that. Here are a few tips when working with pictures. Google Search Filters. When you’re searching for an image or clip art on Google, click… Continue reading Tips and Tricks with Images
Publisher is my go-to when producing paper products for ministry. Specifically, today, I’m going to talk about ways to produce a simple, one-sheet, four page foldable booklet. Use a template, or create your own. When creating a new Publisher document, scroll down to the “Programs” section of the templates. There, you’ll find some starters, but… Continue reading Publisher and Ministry
Microsoft Office is arguably one of the most common programs used for ministry, and for a good reason: it’s flexible, straightforward, and familiar. I’d be willing to bet that most people today have worked with Microsoft Word or its Mac equivalent at least once in their lives. So why spend a post talking about it?… Continue reading Microsoft Office in Ministry
Sometimes, in ministry, I create prayer booklets for services, but often, a simple prayer card will suffice. Here are a few tips to create prayer cards that appeal to the eye as well as the spirit: Decide shape and size first. Consider how long the prayer is, and how it will best fit on a… Continue reading Prayer Cards
Although the digital world is exceptionally versatile in what it can and can’t do, there is still value in a paper flyer, taken home to float around or end up on a refrigerator or kitchen table. Here are a few tips to making eye-catching flyers that share the message: Consider size. Full-sheet flyers are… Continue reading Flyers and Mini-Flyers
Although I haven’t achieved all of my goals to their fullest, I really feel like I’m getting my life back in order. It’s crazy how just a week or two of slacking can really mess things up. Note to self to be more attentive to my own needs, along with the needs of others. Here… Continue reading Making steps towards a balanced life…
Ah, Chrome Extensions… you have me so spoiled! First of all, if you have no idea what Chrome Extensions are, you can browse the store here, but I’ll tell you the tl;dr (too long; didn’t read) version: Chrome Extensions are add-ons to your browser, and they do some pretty cool stuff. First of all, set… Continue reading Chrome Extensions: Boosting Speed and Simplifying Your Browsing
Millennial Creativity 