July 20th, 2023 

I'm writing to update my readers on my current endeavors as an author and in my life. I recently was approached by my bosses at work to move into a Proposal Writer role, where I'll be writing contracts in the federal space. It's something I've always wanted to do, write, and make money. Obviously, it isn't the exact writing that I had in mind when I made that goal, but it's a start. I'm swamped with work and with stressors right now, but we're making it work. My girlfriend and I went out to Colorado for a few days to see the world and to vacation a little bit. Now, it's all business. I'm continuing authoring a story called Prisoner, which is a story surrounding the mental health of soldiers in WW2 and afterwards. This story is a special one to me, and I'm hoping it can be a stand-alone story that I publish. I will keep you updated as I continue to write and continue to pursue the next publication.

 

July 23rd, 2023

This weekend was one of the only weekends of the summer that I haven't had something to do. We saw Oppenheimer, watched a lot of baseball, and played some Rocket League. I dedicated a few hours of the weekend to writing, some of which were used to revise some past work in my story "Prisoner". I'm lucky, I really am because I have the ability to write while my girlfriend works her side gig, and she's extremely supportive of my dreams. I'm really, really hoping to have this story published by the end of the year. It's going to take a lot of time and effort, but I think that I can do it. I have the supportive and the drive to donit, but I need to get the ideas on paper.

 

August 5th, 2023

Last night a long time family friend was stabbed to death. It made me think of the old days when I was a little kid and I'd hope to get little kisses from her and her twin sister. My life wouldn't be the same if this girl hadn't existed. I know for a fact my sister's life wouldn't be the same either. She had a daughter, one who was in elementary school and has the sweetest heart in the world. She left behind a sister and brother, a mother, and a father. Countless friends and other family members all waking up to hearing the horrible news today. It put life into perspective though, we all have a clock ticking on our lives and no one knows when theirs will run out. 

On my way home from my girlfriends house, I drove right past this girls house. I was near the scene where it all happened, but I had no idea because there was no ambulance, no police cars, nothing. It was all silent and dark around my town, just a mere two hours after this occurred. The complete opposite of what she had given the world, light. She was bright, intelligent, and kind. That drive home felt like all of that was drained not only out of her, but out of the world. It's a hard day today. Not just for me and my family, but for hers and all of the families that she knew. We have to face a life where she isn't in it, face a life without her bright light and her kindness. Rest in peace Lauren, we love you. 

October 2nd, 2023

I'm fixing up a final copy of a compilation of poetry work. As seen on my Instagram page I've received my proof copy and I'm getting ready to publish it! This will be my second publication of the year. Pretty crazy to believe! 

 

October 19th, 2023 

I completed my second book and it's available on Amazon! I'm blessed to share my writing with the world. I'd also like to take a second to show some appreciation for everyone who comes to my website. I recently was notified that I've had over 100 visitors to my website and I never thought that would happen. Thank you all so much for the support! I appreciate it more than you know. 

October 25th, 2023 

I watched the Diamondbacks vs Phillies game 7 tonight and it made me think, why can't I write about the sport that I love. Then I remembered that I could! I'll be starting to add some sports articles that I write to my website under the "Sports Articles" page. If you're interested in sports, check it out! I primarily write about baseball, especially trade deadline and postseason stuff, but I'll throw in other stuff every now and then. I think it would be cool to end up doing some journalism work for a newspaper or a magazine one day. 

November 4th, 2023

With the publishing of my second book, I've put my focus on a third! This one will be less about my experiences and more focused on relatable things. It will again be a compilation of poetry as I've had a great reaction and response to Written in the Stars. I've already gathered a few new poems to begin a book and I'm working on it diligently. 

November 27th, 2023

I apologize for not having written in a while, life has been busy! I'm working on a third book, another collection of poetry. I have additional stories being written as well, but I'll hold off on those details until later on. 

January 3rd, 2024

I've been contemplating over where I want to take my career as an author. Do I pursue poetry, or short stories? Is science fiction or just fiction what I write? There's a lot of unknowns going into 2024. I know I want to write, but my mind wanders and I have so many ideas. It's hard to choose what to do. 

January 8th, 2024

I'm really excited about my new writing pursuit. A poetry compilation called "Thoughts of a Lone Wolf". I have the cover art done and I'm writing the content. I'm making a lot of good progress and I'm stoked about it. I'd be lying if I said this wasn't the most excited I've been about a work of my writing. I consider myself a lone wolf and I'm pulling inspiration from Eric Church's Lone Wolf song. I hope that this is the book that gets my author career going! 

 

June 4th, 2024 

My writing pursuit has come to a close with a new title, "Stargazing". I want to pursue a Lone Wolf idea that I have at a later date. The book has been formatted, Images have been added thanks to the great artist RJ Walker. Outside of the writing pursuit, Stargazing, I've been working on submitting some pieces to other magazines and journals. I submitted five pieces in May and already off to a quick start this month, submitting one earlier today. I'll be keeping up with my journal more often now, making sure my readers know what's going on and what to expect next. Thank you for all of your support, it truly means the world to me!

june 15th, 2024

Found out Down in the Dirt is publishing my poem "Questions". It will be on the webpage by Friday, June 21st, and will be published in print in September for version 223. 

August 6th, 2024 

I honestly don't think anyone reads my writing journal so I'll just get some things off my chest. I've taken a few weeks off of writing, and when I say weeks, I mean a few months. When I get inside of my head or if I'm mentally off, my writing will be different. I try to keep my writing as consistent as possible and lately, I just haven't been able to do that. Mainly because I've been feeling down about the past. I've really been attacking the past in therapy and trying to get right but it's freakin hard. There are specific things in my past that I still have a hard time getting over and I've been struggling with that for the past few months. I've gotten to a point where I've been able to write and I've been working on my Prisoner novel, but I'm not sure how far I'm going to get before I have to take another step back. 

September 4th, 2024

I've been sick lately. I was diagnosed with Covid on August 13th and I'm still having major sleep disruptions, stomach issues, and body aches. It's been a journey to have almost a full month of struggles but God is getting me through it. I'm lucky to have an amazing support system around me as well, and I wouldn't be here without them. In other news, I've been published by Scars Publications in their September edition of their print release called Institutionalized. It's available on Amazon! 

December 1, 2024

my third book, Stargazing, is officially going up for sale on Amazon today! I'm super excited and blessed to be able to put poetry out into the world. I did make some mistakes and had to delay the book, BUT that's what happens when you self-publish. I'm really excited about this book though. I think it can change some lives, I hope. 

 

December 18, 2024

working on submitting a lot of poems to different literary magazines. My goal is to be published 5 times in 2025, not including any books that I will self-publish.

 

January 3rd, 2025 

Huge year ahead for my author career. I can confirm that I'm going back to Oak Forest High School for their Senior Lit Fest. I have a bunch of submissions I'm waiting to hear back on. Let's go! I haven't been selling as many books as I had hoped, but soon sales will come. 

 

January 22nd, 2025

I will be published in Down in the Dirt again in April of 2025. My poem called "Drunk" is the one that was selected. I'm honored to be part of this magazine again! My goal is to published 5 times this year, not published by me, but by other publishers. It'll be a year of massive amounts of submittals and feedback.