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Summer Update & Someday Salon Schedule

What’s new at The Someday Times? I’ve been busy behind the scenes, and The Someday Salon is growing and glowing (up)!

Aug 21 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Write About the Bicentennial"

That time the Cottrells were in two parades, won trophies, and were even on TV!

Jul 4 • Lisa Cottrell

Announcing: The Someday Salon

And a Summer Subscription Sale!

Jun 21 • Lisa Cottrell

Prompt-a-Palooza Souvenirs

Sources & Resources from August’s Someday Salon

Aug 26 • Lisa Cottrell

Someday Salon Prompt-a-Palooza

August salons (on the 9th and the 19th), featuring a flurry of prompts on a variety of themes, and yes, music and festivals will be included!

Aug 8 • Lisa Cottrell

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"Someday, I'll Submit My Writing to Literary Magazines"

Apr 10 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Start My Own Substack"

Dec 21, 2025 • Lisa Cottrell

Someday I'll Edit Stories of My First Eviction

Feb 20 • Lisa Cottrell

Hermit Crab Essay Souvenirs

Jul 3 • Lisa Cottrell

From the archive:

"Someday, I'll Live Near an Independent Bookstore"

I thought I'd have to move--but instead--a miracle: Scout's Tales opens August 1st in downtown Arlington Heights.

Jul 31 • Lisa Cottrell

Hermit Crab Essay Souvenirs

Hermit Crab Essays (June 2026) Recommended Reading

Jul 3 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Visit My Favorite City With My Favorite Person"

New York City with my Bestie!

Jun 12 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday I'll Do Spring Cleaning: Part Three"

Final Polishing, Finishing Touches, and Something Fresh and New

Jun 1 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Share These Gorgeous Flower Photos"

This may have to be a repeating series!

May 18 • Lisa Cottrell

"Some(Mother's)day, I'll Share This Essay"

From 2012, "Her Mother's Daughter"

May 10 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Break Up With Alcohol"

Five Years Ago Today!

May 1 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Ride My Bike Again"

A brief post, a catch-up, a preview, and some NEWS!

Apr 24 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Submit My Writing to Literary Magazines"

Am I more afraid of rejection, or of being published? Who knows?

Apr 10 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Attend a Protest"

It's so bad, even the introverts are out here!

Mar 29 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Do Spring Cleaning: Part Two"

Now it's Decision Time!

Mar 26 • Lisa Cottrell

"Someday, I'll Do a Story Slam"

Woodstock Bookfest as Inspiration & Invitation

Mar 22 • Lisa Cottrell

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