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In my deepest fears, writing makes us die

In my deepest fears, writing makes us die

It is the worst. Anxiety creeps into my day whether I like it or not. It wakes me up in the morning, sucks words out of my head when i write, and leaves me exhausted. Did you ever wonder how a writer copes with anxiety? Here’s how.

Are you a real travel writer?

Are you a real travel writer?

What makes something real travel writing? Is it a guidebook? Must it involve danger? What does it even mean when people say travel is about a place? It’s exhausting sometimes to answer these questions.

For me, though, real travel writing must do one thing and one thing only.

Writing Prompt: Writing Strong Male Characters

Writing Prompt: Writing Strong Male Characters

Sure, there are endless stereotypes of what a man should be and how you can incorporate them into your characters. But what characteristics really lend themselves to realistic and unique male characters.

With some absolutely ridiculous images to (hopefully) inspire you to greatness.

“What can we do to stop racism?” you ask.

“What can we do to stop racism?” you ask.

Don’t look away. Don’t pretend there’s nothing you can do. Don’t succumb to feelings of helplessness. There is plenty you can do to aid in the fight to end racism.

Go. Listen. Read. Teach. Learn. Let’s work together so that the horrific shooting in Charleston never happens again.

Photo Essay: The Women and Children of Güemes Day

Photo Essay: The Women and Children of Güemes Day

June 17th, Güemes Day is the day to be in Salta. Literally thousands of people take to the streets on horseback to honor the day General Martín Miguel de Güemes, the leader of the gauchos. But it’s not the men who interest me. No, it’s the women and children.

I took these photos over the course of a few years celebrating this holiday living in Salta. And tomorrow, as every Güemes Day, you’ll find me on the streets with my camera.