I vividly remember the first time I’d considered writing on Substack. I was walking through a rustic-chic clothing store with a friend, feeling the fabrics as we wandered by (while feigning a pay grade that could accommodate them). It was a little over a year ago, and I had been…
Less than a year ago, I traded full days in the office of an accounting firm for full days in my creative studio. I assumed that stepping out of a structured work life into an unstructured creative one would be a breeze. The reality was more complex. I loved the…
Welcome! I hope you’ve brought your beverage of choice because we’re celebrating 100 published blog posts on Debit This, Create That! I actually struggled to write this post, and I think the reasons why sort of capture the blogging journey so far in a nutshell: Asking it to hold deeper…
The Rapid Log · 05 I mentioned in my last newsletter that my attention has turned toward fiction. When I mention that I’m a writer, I’m often asked what kind of novel I’m writing, and although that wasn’t the kind of writing I meant, it always stirs a secret longing.…
The Rapid Log · 04 “Be useful.” When it comes to communication, this is one of the most important pieces of advice I’ve received… But it can also feel the most limiting. It invites a healthy dose of perfectionism to the table — spillover from years spent writing in the…
Happy holidays, everyone — and a merry Christmas if you celebrate! Painting holiday cards has become one of my most favourite holiday traditions. They’re amazing for getting in the spirit of the season, and they’re a beautiful way to celebrate connection. Admittedly, they’re also a helpful way for me to…
This year, I thought it would be fun to get the kids in on the festive creative action, and that’s how I discovered… Salt dough! I’m pretty sure this is not a new concept, but this was my first introduction, and I’m pretty excited about it. Oh, the possibilities! Of…
I want to share my work, but… It’s not good enough. I don’t want to embarrass myself. I’m just a beginner. Yes? Me, too! I have truly said all of these things (and then some) to my friends and family about everything I have ever published, so… You’re in good…
Guess what just released today! It’s Scott Christian Sava’s book, Becoming an Artist: How to Make Art Like a Human by Embracing Failure, Discovering Your Creative Voice & Finding Joy in the Process (Hay House LLC, 2025). I went to write a book review, but it wound up a personal…
Did you know there is such a thing in the stock market as the “Fear and Greed Index”? Yes, it’s a thing. You might also be surprised to know that the fantastical world of finance is actually pretty creative itself. Just look at option trading strategies, which are bedazzled with…