That thing I do.

I received a few emails asking what kind of writer I am, whether my designation of such begins and ends with this blog.

And while I think that blogging may very well be a huge part of the future of non-fiction writing (even bigger than it is already), I am what you call a professional freelance writer. I write articles for magazines, newspapers and websites, as well as write up your more dry corporate reports and newsletters. My articles have appeared in a bunch of stuff you may have even read including American Baby, National Geographic Traveler and the Washington Post.

The writing thing is something I just kind of fell into. The combination of a PCS and a pregnancy made working full-time in my previous field, corporate and government consulting, a bit hard to balance. So at a good friend's suggestion, I tried this. And I'm loving every minute of it.

For those of you who are thinking about a career in writing, too, there are so many great resources out there to learn the ropes. A really good one is written by Allison Winn Scotch, author of the new novel, The Department of Lost and Found, as well as a prolific writer for pretty much every popular magazine you can imagine. Her blog, Ask Allison, is a great way to get all of your writing questions answered.

But be warned. This magazine writing stuff takes a thick skin as well as the ability to gracefully roll with the punches.

Seems like a description that also fits the job of military wife, too.