I’m excited to announce that I can add freelance writing my list of new found hobbies. In all irony, this month’s issue of Polite Society is on "Time", and considering this crazy energy of creativity I've been wanting to engage, the timing couldn’t have been better to have been asked to contribute to this fabulous lifestyle magazine.
I was introduced to Polite Society about a year ago by the famed Jessica Ceason of Jessica Ceason Photography (check her out, especially if you are in the Washington State area). She was named Lead Photographer for the magazine and was using some of her photos of clients to be added into a few issues. I was beyond flattered when she wanted to take a few more of me for specific articles (what girl doesn’t like to play model for a day).
A couple of months ago, the theme being "Treasure", readers were asked what was our most treasured item was when we were young. I was immediately drawn to walking down memory lane to write about Mr. Doggy, my favorite childhood companion. Here’s an excerpt on what I wrote:
"Mr. Doggy" was my friend and a part of my nightly ritual for years. He's surpassed countless other toys and stuffed animals and has been with me through overnight camp, my new home in Iowa in 8th grade, and through my first year away at college. He's comforted me during family trials, fights with friends, break ups with boyfriends, loss of family pets, grandparents, and the loss of my brother in my early 20s.
Being the perfectionist I am, I submitted my comment, and then resubmitted it an hour later after I noticed some errors in my writing. While I thought this would have made me seem flaky, I was pleased when one of the editors, Christy, wrote me back a few weeks later saying she appreciated the fact that I took the time to compose my answer. She then asked if I would be interested in writing a few articles from time to time. I am beyond ecstatic to add to my creative energy that’s taken place these past few months.
The issue was to be about Time, I scrolled down to the few topics still needed to be filled and my eyes landed on Culinary Fare. Writing about food (specifically fall food) and revolving it around the central theme was more than doable. Most of my fondest memories involve sitting around a table chatting with dear friends. Even the last piece I wrote was on that very subject. I was able to incorporate my love of cooking and photography into one piece that I’m not only proud of but also something that I’ll forever hold dear to my heart due to the very nature of the article.
I hope you take the time to brew some tea (or grab a glass of wine), register on the site (for free) and skim through this wonderful magazine. My article can be found under Culinary Fare but there is so much you are sure to enjoy.
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