Recently I received my contributor copies of Taproot Magazine - Issue 37::SPARK. After much anticipation I was able to see the article I wrote six months ago, Family Adventures in Winter Weather, in print and hold the product of my contribution to this lovely magazine in my own hands.
As a writer, the experience of turning an idea into word, and then sending it off for publication is a fun process that I am grateful that I am able to experience quite frequently with my column in Minnesota Parent Magazine, my experiences writing for mothering.com and my contributions to Taproot Magazine.
This contribution was extra special because it was illustrated by the talented Meenal Patel. More about the process of her illustrating my article HERE and HERE.
Writing for magazines is a creative outlet that I thoroughly enjoy. Thoughts and ideas formulate in my mind, then are transferred thoughtfully and intentionally to words in print on my computer screen. My completed articles are then sent to my editors, who polish my words, and graphic designers or illustrators who complement my writing with photographs or original art, working their magic with the layout on the pages. When all is ready the magazines are published and sent out into the world for others to read. When I pull up to my rural mailbox and receive a magazine that includes my contribution, I always get a rush of excitement and a feeling of joy and accomplishment!
Writing for Taproot Magazine is a certain kind of special. I hope you find opportunity to get your hands on a copy and read the article that I wrote highlighting my experiences and recommendations to your family outdoors in winter weather.