It's the first Wednesday of the month,
the day that members of the
Insecure Writer's Support Group
share their writing struggles
and writing successes
and offer their encouragement
and support to fellow writers.
To visit the IWSG website, click here.
To become a member of the IWSG, click here.
Our wonderful co-hosts who are volunteering today,
along with IWSG Founder Alex J. Cavanaugh are Feather Stone,
along with IWSG Founder Alex J. Cavanaugh are Feather Stone,
I hope you have a chance to visit today's hosts and thank them for co-hosting.
I'm sure they would appreciate a visit and an encouraging comment.
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Every month the IWSG announces a question that members can answer
with advice, insight, a personal experience, or a story in their IWSG posts.
Or, the question can inspire members
if they aren't sure what to write about on IWSG Day.
Remember the question is optional.
This month's featured question is:
Do you use AI in your writing and if so how? Do you use it for your posts? Incorporate it into your stories? Use it for research? Audio?
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Happy August, Everyone!
I am traveling today, so I'm skipping the question this month.
I've been in Nova Scotia, and Terry and I've had a blast!
Terry and I on the Bay of Fundy
On Mariner Cruises' Chad and Sisters Two
Out of Westport, Brier Island, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 26, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
Watching Humpback Whales
They're feeding near ledges I used in a short story about selkies for an IWSG anthology competition.
Out of Westport, Brier Island, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 26, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
We've had lots of fun family times and lots of talking, games, and hugs.
I had a special visitor who drove up from the South Shore,
my special friend and fellow IWSG Administrator, Pat Hatt.
We had a great time.
Pat Signing His Books for Me
Barb and Pat's House
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 27, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
Pat and I in Front of the Bear River Lighthouse
at the Smith's Cove Lighthouse Park
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 27, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
There is never enough time to spend with family and friends.
It's important to enjoy time together as much as you can.
Chef Taylor in His Playhouse Kitchen
At Grandpa's House
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 28 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
Josie Visiting at Bertie and Peter's House
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 30, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
Telling Tales Around the Fire Pit
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 27, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
The Timeless Beauty of the Annapolis Basin
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 27, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
Roy Makes a Game-Winning Play
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 30, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
Gathering with Some of Our Extended Family
Donnie and Martin's Deck
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 28, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
Josie (dog) considers the risk of stealing some water from Scotia's (cat) glass on the table
Barb and Pat's House
Smith's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada
July 31, 2024
© M. Louise (MacBeath) Barbour/Fundy Blue All Rights Reserved
Wishing each of you a fun IWSG Day.
A big thank you to our awesome co-hosts today.
Have a healthy, happy, and creative August!
Till next time ~
Fundy Blue
Standing Into Danger https://selkiegrey4.blogspot.com
Copyright ©2024 – All rights reserved.
My next post will be August 16th!🤞
You look like you had a ball - which is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sue! We did! ❤️
DeleteYou and Terry spend some lovely times together, your pics are lovely too. God bless.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Brenda! Blessings to you! ❤️
DeleteLooks like you are having a great time with family. So cool Pat drove up to see you.
ReplyDeletePat's the best, a great friend, Alex! ❤️
DeleteIt sounds like a great trip. It's awesome that you got to see Pat.
ReplyDelete...I haven't been to Nova Scotia since I was teenager and that was many years ago. It looks like your are having a fabulous time.Today is National Lighthouse Day!!!
ReplyDeleteI love going "home," Tom! My sisters, members of my extended family, and great volunteers from the area have spend years working to save and restore the lighthouse. The Smith's Cove Lighthouse Park just had its official opening about three weeks ago. ❤️
Deleteprecious Louise !
ReplyDeletei am so thrilled with your trip to Nova scotia wow what a heavenly place
i think Jenny lives here as well
it is great to see you having fun with Pat :)
you and Terry look lovely and happy may this be forever Ameen!!!!!
i think you have replied this or similar question before so it is fine to skip this time
enjoy and stay happy my friend and healthy always !
beautiful images !
hugs
Thanks, Baili! Love and hugs to you! ❤️
DeleteYou met up with Pat again - how fun!
ReplyDeletePat is great fun, Diane, and an awesome friend! ❤️
Deletethis looks like heaven -- family, games, a special visitor, a beautiful spot, home. I'm so happy for you!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jeanie! I was definitely in my happy place! ❤️
DeleteHappy Travels to you!!! Happy Pictures:)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Señorida Anastasia! ❤️
DeleteLooks like a lovely trip. I have been to Halifax on a cruise stop, but one day would like to spend more time in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland.
ReplyDeleteI hope you get to both places, Jeff! ❤️
DeleteLooks like a great time. I'm on the other end of Canada. hehehe
ReplyDeleteAnna from elements of emaginette
It was, Anna! We're a long way apart in Canada. ❤️
DeleteFun times! And a good excuse to take a break :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite kind of break, Rebecca! Hugs to you! ❤️
DeleteYou're obviously a woman with her priorities in the right order. Family and friends first, then lots of fun enjoying the time with them.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lee! ❤️
DeleteHahaha did Josie dare get a drink?
ReplyDeleteWas a great day indeed. Here's to next year. Still no luck on the apps, guess I should put ballet in interests? Hahahaha
Spending time with family is the way indeed, as none of us know how long we have with anyone.
Hope you're enjoying Vegas.
Josie got a drink, but not from Scotia's glass ~ lol! Yes, try ballet ~ lol! I'm having lots of fun in LV. I'm heading out to listen to a great band shortly. ❤️
DeleteIt appears you are having a wonderful time traveling and visiting family and friends. I smiled when I saw Pat autographing a hardcover book for you. It must be amazing to meet blogging friends. Truedessa
ReplyDeleteTrudessa, Pat is awesome ~ so much fun! Lovely to hear from you! ❤️
DeleteLoos so nice! Great reason to skip this month!
ReplyDeleteI only see my whole family once a year if I'm lucky, so I had a wonderful time! ❤️
DeleteYou actually can live a calm and peaceful life too. Love the peace and warm vibe through your photos
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you felt the peace and warmth, Roentare! ❤️
DeleteI am so envious! Lovely scenery!
ReplyDeleteNova Scotia is beautiful, Melissa! ❤️
DeleteGreat photos. So much happiness.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Olga! All the best to you! ❤️
DeleteThanks for all the wonderful comments, everyone! I'll be back on Thursday to catch up with visiting around! Take care! Happy IWSG Day! ❤️
ReplyDeleteGood tidings to you, Louise. I'm so glad you are with your family, I'm happy for you and Terry. I'll have to get used to taking pictures now I have a decent phone, I never think to use the camera as I'm not used to it yet. Your photo taking is inspiring to say the least.. I do so love seeing you all happy with your socialising with family and friends. Take care of yourself my dear friend. Blessings.
ReplyDeleteLove love, Andrew.