Catherine AragoninILLUMINATIONLaughing at UnicornsTo use a cliche, laughter is the best medicine. Don’t obsess over what you laugh about. Just laugh. You’ll feel better.Jul 17, 2020Jul 17, 2020
Catherine AragoninILLUMINATIONWhat I Learned from My Move to Los AngelesTake a cue from my experience if you’re moving out of state, or thinking of moving out of state.Jul 16, 20201Jul 16, 20201
Catherine AragoninILLUMINATIONHow That Empty Hole in My Heart DevelopedEight years ago, my best friend committed suicide. His death not only left a hole in my heart but in all those who knew him.Jul 15, 2020Jul 15, 2020
Catherine AragoninILLUMINATIONSix of My Best StoriesILLUMINATION Challenge: Self-promotion is something I’m not used to, but I know it’s part of succeeding as a writer. So, here I am.Jul 9, 2020Jul 9, 2020
Catherine AragoninILLUMINATIONWriters Can and Should Wear Many HatsAs a new writer, it’s not always necessary to pick a niche. Explore your options while remaining credible and knowledgeable about your…Jul 8, 20202Jul 8, 20202
Catherine AragoninILLUMINATIONHave We Lost Our Civility?Remember the days of “yes, ma’am” or “no ma’am” or “thank you, sir”? I do but faintly, and those memories grow fainter by the day. And, no…Jul 6, 20201Jul 6, 20201
Catherine AragoninILLUMINATIONHow to Turn a Reluctant Reader into an Avid ReaderAudiobooks aren’t a cheat for reading books. Listening to audiobooks can develop reading skils and turn reluctant readers into avid…Jul 2, 2020Jul 2, 2020
Catherine AragoninILLUMINATIONChicano Legend Rodolfo Anaya DiesAs an avid reader, I picked up whatever book I could get my hands on, and my sister-in-law often provided me reading material usually…Jul 1, 2020Jul 1, 2020
Catherine AragonPlaying With Paper: Confessions of a ScrapbookerCertain days — okay, most days — I just want to hide in my craft room and scrapbook. My husband teases me about my obsession, but when I…Jun 30, 2020Jun 30, 2020
Catherine AragonOn My Way Into Downtown Los AngelesTaking the train, or any public transportation, can be an adventure in and of itself. For about ten years, I commuted into Los Angeles. I…Jun 26, 20201Jun 26, 20201
