S.Z. Connell – Cozy Fiction & Essays About The Brighter Side of Life

It’s Not Your Fault That You’ve Forgotten The Things You Used To Love

We had a new member at our crafting group this week. During the customary "introduce yourself" talk, she mentioned that she had forgotten how much she loved crafting, until she…

Books/Reading Education/Lifelong Learning

Add Brain Workouts to Your Fitness Regime

Ah, New Year's. The time when a lot of people make well-meaning resolutions. Improving fitness, whether for weight loss or general well-being, is one of the top resolutions. Many people…

Hobbies Work/Life

Monetization Isn’t Always Worth It

I wrote for myself for many years. It wasn't that I didn't want publication, it was more that I just didn't need it. I had a job that paid the…

Analog Life Books/Reading

The Joy of Being a Chaos Reader

I can't remember where I first heard the term, "Chaos Reader." Probably at my book club from some members who are younger and perpetually online, and thus up to date…

Analog Life

Stop Fighting to Decrease Screen Time

(And what to fight for instead) I've spent the last several years on a quest for a fuller, more meaningful life. Between caregiving and the inevitable deaths, the pandemic, years…