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M. G. Lorraine discusses the historical and cultural value of sharing picnics with family and friends.

M. G. Lorraine shares a lighter side with readers about National Banana Day. Insights from varieties of the fruit include its versatile uses, eye-catching merch from Amazon and a 3-ingredient recipe of a fan-favorite banana, oatmeal, chocolate chip cookie!

Siblings are our first friends and playmates. They are "a part of you - your core memories, who you are now..." M. G. | #MGsjournal #blog

Reading confidently is key to success. US literacy struggles, but M. G. Lorraine shares 5 bright spots that offer hope for little readers!

Crayons: Early Beginnings of Man, Children & Writers | M. G. Lorraine Celebrates National Crayon Day | March 31, 2025

"Layering characters in fiction is much like choosing your favorite style and toppings of waffles." M. G. shares. | National Waffle Day 2025

Dreams are all around us in how we experience life and they fuel passions. M. G. shares how readers help M. G. dream bigger!

M. G.'s thoughts on culture around the experience of film REELs. If these are lost, will we lose the history of movies and storytelling?

"Only a truly unique soul could make such few words, simple worlds & game-changing poetry that will forever change children's books." - MGL

"The elements found in creating the perfect souffle are similar to building the main character of a strong story." shares M. G. Lorraine.

"I’m always in search of the perfect beverage ... sweet treat to pair with characters, events... when I'm writing." M. G. states.

Is the romance of love lost in this holiday? M. G. Lorraine offers insight for lovers; hot to find the romance every day.

I find that the characters I write often curl up with their favorite brew. M. G offers insights on this fave brew shaping the characters.

Is the beauty of communication a lost art in this digital age? M. G. Lorraine shares insight on long term effect of handwritten messages.

Opposites! What a great tool in writing. M. G. shares why opposites are a favorite literary element in writing and character development.

M. G. Lorraine shares author insight about childhood favorite books from A. A. Milne - Winnie the Pooh. #MGsJournal

I hope today you’re celebrating National Cuddle Up Day - literally - cuddled up. Whether it be with your favorite person, your favorite pet, your favorite hot beverage or your favorite book, I hope you’re under the blankets and pillows and snuggled in for a great cuddle. As a writer, I find the interaction of cuddling, snuggling, or just relaxing the best interaction between humans, pets, and great drinks. For me, adding in the readings and works of my favorite authors brings

The new year offers a season with fresh opportunities. M. G. offers tips to explore writing with the possibility of inspiring more readers.