The Princess in a fairy tale is always humble…at the beginning.
Author Archive | Valerie Russell
Fairy Dust
Fairies are all about believing. But they are also not afraid to bite you. That is why fairies and their dust must be put in jars.
The Dragon’s Tail
I had a dream about a crocodile. The croc followed me around like it was my pet. I wasn’t afraid of it. In fact, at one point I think I walked it on a leash. I woke up the next morning, grabbed my giant book of dreams, and it read that I am getting more […]
The Witches Cauldron
This is where the magic happens. Witches cauldron’s are the part of fairy tales that really get the action going. That is why the Witches Cauldron belongs in the Fairy Tale Junkie Collection. If leprechauns aren’t hiding their treasures in them, then witches are preparing potions in them with a multitude of crazy ingredients like […]
The Evil Queen
What’s so awesome about evil? An Evil Queen to a Fairy Tale, is like a man losing his dog, woman, and house to a country song. Fairy Tale’s would just be flat, happy stories with nothing going on but singing, gardening, and rodents cleaning houses (I secretly do wish mice and pigeons could clean). These […]
The Fairy Tale Junkie Collection – Mermaids
I LOVE Fairy Tales. There is no better time to post a collection based (obsessively) on Fairy Tales. The Once Upon a Time new season has begun, there is a crispness in the air like an evil queen is near, and all the gnomes and woodland creatures are scattering around getting their winter homes ready. […]
How to Balance Fun and Work-Poppin’s Style
Mary Poppins never makes excuses. That is one of the many reasons I have always adored her character. She believes in herself so much, that she does not feel the need to answer to anyone. If you have a problem with her, then it is your problem. If you think she is odd, well then […]
Are you a bead like me?
Why I love beads. I love beads. There is something so magical and fun about them. They are sparkly, mysterious, eye catching, and a blast to work with. Sure, when my vacuum cleaner sucks a few up, or I step on one bare foot, I yell, but only at myself…never at the pretty bead. I […]
What To Do When You Lack Inspiration
Inspiration is everywhere, or is it? Isn’t it frustrating when you sit down to write, or buy a thoughtful gift, or redecorate a room, or do anything that takes creative juices, and you draw a blank. What could be the problem? You take a hot shower, take deep breaths, and start again. Still nothing. Maybe […]
The Importance of Photography
When I thought it didn’t matter. Let me tell you, I never thought I would care about taking photo’s that matter. In fact, I have been dodging the camera’s for years. They make me talk like Yoda: chubby they make me feel. I don’t have kids, so the majority of pics I take are of my […]
