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Catherine Garvin

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in Portland, Oregon, The United States

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Nonfiction, Historical Fiction, Contemporary

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Three most important words that guide my day, beauty, balance and bliss. Why? Because when I say these three words I hear my heart sing.

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Who is your favorite fictional couple, and why?

Catherine Garvin Buttercup and Wesley from The Princess Bride. I feel connected to this romantic couple because Buttercup doubts her true feelings of love and Wesley i…moreButtercup and Wesley from The Princess Bride. I feel connected to this romantic couple because Buttercup doubts her true feelings of love and Wesley is so confident of his love - he is willing to take a journey away from love... The real love story is the true love between Buttercup and Wesley touches everyone's heart and inspires all to stand up for love. Thanks for asking. X0's Catherine(less)

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How do you deal with writer’s block?

Catherine Garvin Strike a balance write every day small 250 to 500 word pieces. Lower the expectation bar not every piece of writing has to be brilliant and allow a lo…moreStrike a balance write every day small 250 to 500 word pieces. Lower the expectation bar not every piece of writing has to be brilliant and allow a love of the writing practice to emerge. Set smaller writing goals that work towards bigger goals over time. Set a deadline for each project. READ "Write Screenplay in 21 Days" If a writing project is just frustrating and draining energy stop go for a walk, swim, sing or have an artist's day at a museum, mountain or whatever brings an uplifting experience of joy inside. Either finish the project or let it go into a box for a year and open it back up when ready to start from a different point-of-view. I appreciate the question however, in my creative practice as a writer I have never encountered writer's block. I am forever grateful to my daily creative practice and process. In other words, I feel most blessed with lots of new ideas and fun things to write about all the time. My challenge is to choose one and focus. I practice everyday taking care of myself first and allow creativity to meander rather be forced. I am always learning new things every day and every year. I am just curious about a lot of people, place and things. I do my own research, read from noteworthy writers and I allow myself to experience first hand what I want to write about. My topics are honeybees, mermaids, fashion and music however, I do write musical plays and other short stories based on fictionalized history. I imagine you are a writer, my best recommendation is to write everyday even if it is 30 minutes of jibber-ish. (The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron)...Write, read, and love yourself unconditionally. Strike a balance with a daily practice. It's like putting $1,000's of dollars in your creative bank account and it does pay off with clarity, joy and fun-filled experiences. Please let me know if you have a follow up question. Thank you so much for asking. I really appreciate this time I spend with you on this super awesome creative adventure called, "Writing."(less)

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	Mermaid Black Fin Under the Sellwood Bridge it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings — published 2013 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Mermaid Tales

Mermaid Tales Author Book Reading with Oregon Mermaids and Mermaid Collette

Saturday, April 4, 2015
12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Portland Aquarium
16323 SE McLoughlin
Milwaukie, Oregon
503-303-4721

Family Fun for all ages

Sea you there.
Many Mermaid Blessings,
Catherine Garvin and Mermaid Collette

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