Winters’ Day In

Spilling the tea since 2006. Wanna cuppa?

Conversations on life, faith, stories, and creativity from author and songwriter (and aspiring mermaid) Talena Winters.

Blog Archives

Talena Winters 8/14/25 Talena Winters 8/14/25

Creating Space to Grow: My Summer Reset and What’s Next

This summer, I hit pause to enjoy life, reconnect with family, and step back from the daily grind. Taking that time off made me rethink my priorities, streamline my business, and create more space for what truly matters. In this post, I share the small but meaningful pivots I’m making—both for my creative work and my family life—and what you can expect from me next.

Talena Winters 5/10/19 Talena Winters 5/10/19

Becoming Healthier Through Better Time Management

An update on my progress toward getting fit, and what I’ve finally done that is working.

Talena Winters 7/16/18 Talena Winters 7/16/18

I Saw This Going Differently in my Head

I’ve always had a semi-structured writing style, but recently discovered that I’d been running my business like a writing pantser. (As in, “flying-by-the-seat-of-your-pants.”) But times, they are a-changing. How a little “plotsing” will (hopefully) make a big difference.

Talena Winters 3/2/18 Talena Winters 3/2/18

A Conversation with Myself: Wherein I Give Myself a Solid Smack

I work alone, people. And usually, I love it. But on days like today, when all I wanna do is drink tea and read books, this is what conversations around my office sound like...

Talena Winters 7/27/16 Talena Winters 7/27/16

Working Towards a Dream

A dream you don't put efforts toward is a wish. Are you working toward your dream today?