Market | Cathy C. Hall Writes

Okay, okay. Fortune may be a bit of an over-statement. But hypothetically speaking, the Fame and Fortune are there for the taking, if you know how at ehow.

I just couldn’t resist trying ehow. Or rather, I couldn’t resist experimenting with this how-to website. So I pulled on my scientist lab coat and produced an article. Click on “How To Trick Out Your Bike Ride with Paint“and let me know what you think. Because frankly, I don’t get paid if you don’t click. And what’s the good of an hypothesis if I can’t prove it?

I’ll see how the clicks go this week while I’m on vacation. Come to think of it, I’m taking a few how-to books with me, to catch up on my reading. My how-to children’s books are packed, as well as my how-to make big bucks as a freelancer book. And of course, my notebook’s packed because I have a few ideas I want to jot down. And a story I want to finish writing.

Hmmm. That sounds like a lot of work going along on vacation. But can you really call it work when it’s something you love? How Fortune-ate can you get?

Oooooh, I found something so funny today! (Besides Mr. Hall’s baby picture…although, if I’m being perfectly honest, his brother is much funnier-looking. So I guess I sorta got the better end of that deal).

Anyway, kids and funny have something to do with my second find for the day. I found the website, New Christian Voices, a few weeks ago. I’ve been reading all the columns and articles since then and laughing out loud. So, um, if you like your Christian voices staid and serious, this may not be the place for you. But if your Christian voice is a little skewed on the humorous side, then rush over here right now. And while you’re there, check out my tale of the Parent/Child Chaos Equation on the Relationship Channel. I just realized today that it was up and running. I love this new site and hope it finds a huge audience. The world could use a laugh every day, don’t you think? And if we can laugh and spread a little of the Lord’s joy while we’re at it, then so much the better!

Oh, and here’s something that might make you smile, too, if your story is chosen. It’s called Thin Threads and it’s sponsored by Kiwi Publishing. They’re looking for those moments in your life that made all the difference. They’re hoping to share stories that will bring hope and happiness to readers ( in 1200 words or less). But you don’t have much time…the deadline’s July 1st. I know, I know, I should have told you sooner. But I just found out myself. So hurry, check it out here and start writing.

No, wait! You can start writing after you’ve checked out New Christian Voices. There’s nothing like a little humor to put you in a happy writing frame of mind. (Now if I could just get Uncle Jimmy’s baby picture out of my mind!)