September 2021: Too many online sources will cast doubt on the need for professional services and claim they can do it for a fraction of the price. Hype websites, blogs, and YouTube videos will encourage you to act first and figure it out as you go. I did not and nor should you.

August 2021: Determining a goal is the first step in a process fraught with distractions, detours, and obstacles. However, staying engaged in the pursuit of a goal is critical to its completion.

July 2021: Publishing an e-book was my first goal as a writer. I wanted to make a book for people who are distressed about getting a hip replacement surgery. I found a niche to fill and began a multilayered process of discovery.

June 2021: I sell my creativity to the public, and I use writing, drawing, cameras, and computers to make products. There are many technical details involved with each item. Progress is slow, but it is happening.

May 2021: The pursuit of publishing my writing is evolving. Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing provides a convenient platform, but I want to be published elsewhere, too. I am focusing my writing efforts on entering contests. Submitting published stories is a disqualifier for many competitions, so you will have to wait for them.

April 2021: Early in 2020, I was set on taking pictures to create a coloring book. The pandemic reality put everything on hold. In 2021 the need to improve my logo, website, social media presence and marketing came into focus.

March 2021: I am Martin E. Dodge, and this is the first blog post for uduforu!