Norm Boyington
@normboyington.bsky.social
A neurodivergent writer, I enjoy spending time with my family and taking time in nature. It’s not uncommon for ducks or sunsets to make their way into my stories. I write in both fantasy and speculative fiction genres.
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Norm Boyington
@normboyington.bsky.social
· Nov 23
I taste the darkness of the ethereal void and fish for my lighter. The damned cloak hanging over my shoulders impedes my search, as do the eye holes cut through it. I have quickly come to the realization that ghosts have no pockets.
I read a text today about a woman who wished she had a cuddle buddy. Of course all the reply guys reached out with only one thing in mind. I get it though. When you live by yourself you become touch starved. The desire to be held is not sexual. It's about feeling safe in another's arms.
December 7, 2024 at 2:20 PM
I read a text today about a woman who wished she had a cuddle buddy. Of course all the reply guys reached out with only one thing in mind. I get it though. When you live by yourself you become touch starved. The desire to be held is not sexual. It's about feeling safe in another's arms.
I spent part of the evening writing and reworking the opening four paragraphs of my latest chapter. I ditched almost half of what I'd written and moved the other half around before continuing the story. All in all, I ended up with approximately 700 words.
December 7, 2024 at 12:07 AM
I spent part of the evening writing and reworking the opening four paragraphs of my latest chapter. I ditched almost half of what I'd written and moved the other half around before continuing the story. All in all, I ended up with approximately 700 words.
The hockey game starts in an hour and a half. I think I'll work on my novel while I wait for it to begin. I've come to like writing at this time of night.
December 6, 2024 at 10:33 PM
The hockey game starts in an hour and a half. I think I'll work on my novel while I wait for it to begin. I've come to like writing at this time of night.
The closest thing I have to a tree is the balsam candle I have burning in the apartment. The place smells delicious and very much like Banff.
December 5, 2024 at 5:42 PM
The closest thing I have to a tree is the balsam candle I have burning in the apartment. The place smells delicious and very much like Banff.
The ground is white, and sandal season is over!
December 5, 2024 at 4:33 PM
The ground is white, and sandal season is over!
Okay, so I'm finally up and having my coffee. After a long night dreaming about snakes I feel I deserve it.
December 5, 2024 at 3:09 PM
Okay, so I'm finally up and having my coffee. After a long night dreaming about snakes I feel I deserve it.
Spent the day with my daughter. We made a rabbit paella which looked better than it tasted. I forgot how tough rabbit can be. We had fun though.
December 5, 2024 at 12:33 AM
Spent the day with my daughter. We made a rabbit paella which looked better than it tasted. I forgot how tough rabbit can be. We had fun though.
The second year without a tree. I've added to my curious crew with an Elf ornament and an unseen balsam candle burning in the background. It's how I celebrate now.
December 3, 2024 at 9:38 PM
The second year without a tree. I've added to my curious crew with an Elf ornament and an unseen balsam candle burning in the background. It's how I celebrate now.
I'm heading out to the mall in about an hour. For as much as I like Christmas shopping, I'm not really thrilled with crowds. Wish me luck! I'm going to need it...
December 3, 2024 at 12:41 PM
I'm heading out to the mall in about an hour. For as much as I like Christmas shopping, I'm not really thrilled with crowds. Wish me luck! I'm going to need it...
Going to take a nap before writing today. I just got back from a long walk where I met a nice gentleman looking for owls. I also met a mongrel of a dog with the sweetest disposition. It's been a good day so far.
December 2, 2024 at 8:16 PM
Going to take a nap before writing today. I just got back from a long walk where I met a nice gentleman looking for owls. I also met a mongrel of a dog with the sweetest disposition. It's been a good day so far.
I'm putting out feelers to have my daughter accompany me on a Christmas shopping venture for the grandkids. I could do it by myself of course, but I like to have her along if I decide to buy clothes. Books, are what I do best, that and music. I might buy my oldest granddaughter an album this year.
December 2, 2024 at 4:59 PM
I'm putting out feelers to have my daughter accompany me on a Christmas shopping venture for the grandkids. I could do it by myself of course, but I like to have her along if I decide to buy clothes. Books, are what I do best, that and music. I might buy my oldest granddaughter an album this year.
This ball of fluff stole my seat while I was making my coffee.
December 1, 2024 at 2:46 PM
This ball of fluff stole my seat while I was making my coffee.
I've been struggling with a character's name in my latest novel. For months, I've been calling her the Mistress, but one can only go by that for so long. I've finally chosen a suitable name for her, but sadly I can't tell you yet. Thanks for listening, though.
November 29, 2024 at 7:14 PM
I've been struggling with a character's name in my latest novel. For months, I've been calling her the Mistress, but one can only go by that for so long. I've finally chosen a suitable name for her, but sadly I can't tell you yet. Thanks for listening, though.
Good morning everyone! Since my brain decided sleep isn't an option, I've been up since three in the morning. I've already had my coffee, a bowl of cereal, and a crumpet with jam. So, here I am waiting for all of you to get up.
November 29, 2024 at 11:21 AM
Good morning everyone! Since my brain decided sleep isn't an option, I've been up since three in the morning. I've already had my coffee, a bowl of cereal, and a crumpet with jam. So, here I am waiting for all of you to get up.
So, where some in the world are tending their turkeys, I'm doing much the same with my laundry.
November 28, 2024 at 6:59 PM
So, where some in the world are tending their turkeys, I'm doing much the same with my laundry.
Happy Thanksgiving to all who are celebrating!
November 28, 2024 at 4:26 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to all who are celebrating!
The only thing wrong with the stir fry I made tonight is that I had no one to share it with.
November 27, 2024 at 10:43 PM
The only thing wrong with the stir fry I made tonight is that I had no one to share it with.
I sat down for and hour and a half and added another 1000ish words to the WIP. So far the dialogue hasn't been a problem, so yay!
November 27, 2024 at 8:18 PM
I sat down for and hour and a half and added another 1000ish words to the WIP. So far the dialogue hasn't been a problem, so yay!
All I'm saying is it's cloudy and cold, and I don't want to go outside.
November 27, 2024 at 4:52 PM
All I'm saying is it's cloudy and cold, and I don't want to go outside.
I have paused my writing momentarily to announce that I've cracked the 50,000-word mark. I know people do this all the time, but each and every time I do, I can't help but think of the first time I accomplished this. Now... Back to writing.
November 27, 2024 at 12:14 AM
I have paused my writing momentarily to announce that I've cracked the 50,000-word mark. I know people do this all the time, but each and every time I do, I can't help but think of the first time I accomplished this. Now... Back to writing.
Picking up the granddaughters this afternoon. I love doing this. We'll make some pizza for supper and maybe watch a movie.
November 26, 2024 at 3:51 PM
Picking up the granddaughters this afternoon. I love doing this. We'll make some pizza for supper and maybe watch a movie.
Okay, I got 1187 words written this evening. I'm only 200 words away from the 50000 mark. Generally, I have a hard time writing dialogue, but the past two days have gone easy on me.
November 26, 2024 at 12:22 AM
Okay, I got 1187 words written this evening. I'm only 200 words away from the 50000 mark. Generally, I have a hard time writing dialogue, but the past two days have gone easy on me.
I love the smell of garlic. There, I said it; now maybe I can stop thinking about it.
November 25, 2024 at 9:03 PM
I love the smell of garlic. There, I said it; now maybe I can stop thinking about it.
So, I bought all the stuff for beef stir fry yesterday in hopes to have it today. Only thing is, that I forgot to pull the meat out of the freezer so it could thaw in the fridge overnight.
November 25, 2024 at 6:04 PM
So, I bought all the stuff for beef stir fry yesterday in hopes to have it today. Only thing is, that I forgot to pull the meat out of the freezer so it could thaw in the fridge overnight.