The Writer's Market

I've been encouraged recently (by no other than my wonderful husband) to work on getting some pieces published in a journal or magazine.  I own a book that I had to purchase for school called "The Writer's Market" that is literally three inches thick and full of thousands of magazines or journals that one could submit an article, essay, or something similar to, in hopes that they might be chosen for publication.  Since I actually have a bit more time now, it's something I think I'd like to pursue further...even if that means just sending out a few query letters and seeing if there is any interest.  Now...all I need to do is get into writing mode, editing mode, and searching for a topic of interest...mode.  Easy right?  We'll see.  :)

Todd, Matt, Liz and I went out to my first saloon on Saturday night.  Now called "Double Deuce," but formerly known as "Pa Pa's Barn" (kind of wish they would have kept the name) was little country dance club with a big wooden floor and tables to get your pool on.  I enjoyed it.  Not quite like the dance clubs I visited in LA, or even in Russia for that matter, but fun and cozy just the same.  We played darts and a heated game of table tennis, and then headed to Orange Street Pier.  The guys enjoyed a couple of cigars and we all had a good time hanging out and watching the water and lights across the bay.

I'm tired.  Today was a long, but good day.  I think it's time for some much needed reading and relax time.

And the job search continues!