It's been a fun morning at my desk! I drafted 321 words for an article and wrote captions for 8 photos. Lunch break soon! 😃

I launched a new website that highlights both my writing and photography work.😍 angelatague.com #Writer #Blogger #Marketing #ContentMarketing #Photographer #EditorialPhotographer #Newsie #Documentary #GetOutside

Happy Tuesday from one of my furry yard friends! 🐿️ angelatague.smugmug.com/American-Red...

Happy Monday! This week on the Backroads Blog, I'm digging into the archive for some sunny WINTER images to cool us off a bit! This (icy) lake is a natural oxbow off the Missouri River in NW Iowa. Get the post in your email: angelatague.com/subscribe/

This post from June 2014 is getting the most views today on the #WebWritingAdvice blog! Cheers to making our online writing BETTER. www.webwritingadvice.com/are-your-blo...

Happy Monday! It's nice to get to my desk, check in on all the things, and see THREE new newsletter sponsorships! It's gonna be a great week ahead! 😍

Yesssss! #FreelanceFriends, Paula is steering the ship this week with an Open Mic chat! Gather up your questions about small business life, give her a follow here on Bluesky and join us Thursday!

This backlit wildflower is my FAV image this week! I photographed this in the early evening as the sun was setting, which created a little glow around the plant. It feels magical! angelatague.smugmug.com/Deer-Creek-W...

Happy Friday! I have a new adventure for you up on the Backroads Blog! This week, we are exploring the Deer Creek Recreation Area outside of Westfield, Iowa! Learn about the park and see a few photos here: angelatague.com/wild-blooms-...

It’s been a good morning! 😃

Yes! Updates coming! Stay tuned! And next week, @phendrickson.bsky.social will host an Open Mic #FreelanceFriends chat where you can ask your questions about running a small business! 💥

Value humanity. Love this, Dava!! #FreelanceFriends

Some words for thought! #FreelanceFriends

This chat is starting now! Join us, #FreelanceFriends!

It’s chat day! Join us in about 45 minutes! Sandy is going to lead a great conversation! 😀 #FreelanceFriends

This week on the Backroads Blog, we're heading to a primitive park in rural Plymouth County, Iowa. We got there in the early evening when the light was AMAZING for photographing backlit wildflowers. I can't wait to share these with you on Friday! ---> angelatague.com/subscribe/ #BackroadsBlog

This chat is coming up tomorrow! #FreelanceFriends

At almost every meditation group I attend, someone says they can’t meditate. Then, they explain they can’t sit still and do nothing for an hour. Well, thankfully, you can meditate in just a few minutes. Keep reading: www.cupcakesandyogapants.com/how-long-do-...

Do you enjoy birdwatching? I do! I worked on a series of wild bird articles for Kaytee, and since they're all published, I created a collection on my portfolio. See it here: authory.com/AngelaTague?... 1/2

Is your pet care company looking for a freelance writer to add to the marketing roster? I'm planning to take on 1-2 new clients this summer! * Background in journalism * Happy to do interviews * Experience with many types of pets, from reptiles to parrots! Let's chat! authory.com/AngelaTague?...

Happy Monday! It's been a productive morning. I wrote 701 words of a new article that will be published on 7/7. I think that's a sign that I'm on the right track! Wooo, angel numbers! 😍

Happy July! I'm sharing a new post on the Cupcakes and Yoga Pants blog this week about *how long* you need to meditate to actually notice health benefits. The answer might surprise you! Stay tuned for updates here, or sign up for an email reminder: www.cupcakesandyogapants.com/subscribe/

This morning I was writing about meditation for the Cupcakes and Yoga Pants blog, and I referenced how my writing flow state is basically meditation. So good! Here's my take on creative flow! Enjoy! www.webwritingadvice.com/how-i-find-m... #WebWritingAdvice #WritingLife #WriterTips

Just published! I actually use both WhatsApp and Slack daily for different group communications! If your company is looking for a martech writer, let's chat! I'm taking on 1-2 new content marketing clients this summer. 😃 slack.com/blog/compare... #Writer #ContentMarketing #MarTech #Journalist

Leo's story is the most popular post on the Cupcakes and Yoga Pants blog today. His illness and decline tore me up, and writing about it was hard. BUT, if having this information out there helps other pet parents, I'm doing my job. www.cupcakesandyogapants.com/dog-neck-pai...

Here's a peek at what's coming up in July on the #FreelanceFriends chat! I'm stepping back from hosting for a few weeks. July 9 - @sandyhubbard.bsky.social explore creativity and using it as a freelance skill July 16 - @phendrickson.bsky.social will host an Open Mic hour 1/2

I'm so excited for Sandy to lead this discussion! Mark your calendar! This is coming up on Thursday, #FreelanceFriends!

OK, so the answer to this week's "where did we go" adventure is... The Mines of Spain Recreation Area in Dubuque, Iowa! We did this trip at the end of May 2026. Read about it and see lots of photos here: angelatague.com/cliffs-in-th...

🙏🥰🙏🥰 It’s so nice to know people are enjoying the new photo blog! 💜💜💜

Tomorrow on the Backroads Blog, we're traveling to a park along the Iowa/Illinois border, along the Mississippi River! Can you guess where we are? #Iowa #Backroads #BackroadsBlog #Photographer #Writer

This month on the #WebWritingAdvice blog, I have a short reflection post for you. Storytelling is awesome, or at least my journalist roots think so. Give it a quick read if you think personal connection trumps selling in content marketing. www.webwritingadvice.com/using-storyt...

Will you be in eastern Iowa for the Fourth of July holiday? Go see the TROLLS! 😍 angelatague.com/hunting-for-...

Is there a burning question (or two) you’ve always wanted to ask a full-time writer who tackles blog posts, content marketing and journalistic assignments? I’m your gal! Send me a DM. ~ Angela This Q&A is popular on the Web Writing Advice blog today! www.webwritingadvice.com/qa-anchor-te...

Quick reminder. No chat today. Have a great weekend ahead, #FreelanceFriends!

Happy Wednesday! It's never dull at my desk! Today I: ✍️ Worked on a new post for the Web Writing Advice blog. I'm reflecting on using storytelling in content marketing. 📰 Visited with a local newspaper publisher about helping with coverage. 🥿 Worked on a collaboration with Tieks by Gavrieli.

I think red-winged blackbirds are so cute! Check out this guy resting on some hemlock! angelatague.smugmug.com/Midwest-Wild...

Love turtles? Me too! Check out this interview with DanTheTurtleMan that was published by Zilla Products! 🐢 www.zillarules.com/articles/mee... #Writer #Blogger #Marketing #ContentMarketing #PetWriter #PetBrands #DogMom #TurtleMom #IHaveTortoisesThough

This week we welcome a new month! 😃 So, you know that means I'll have a new post up on the Web Writing Advice blog! I'm polishing it today, in fact! On Thursday, I'm chatting about storytelling. Get a reminder in your email: www.webwritingadvice.com/free-e-book/ Thanks! ~ Angela

It’s a new week, with a new roadtrip to chat about! This week on the Backroads Blog we will explore a park near the Mississippi River in eastern Iowa. 1/2

July is just around the corner! "July offers several unique opportunities for journalists and media professionals, covering topics like pitching, newsroom management, midterm coverage and vertical video creation." mediablog.prnewswire.com/2026/06/30/j...

Happy Monday, #FreelanceFriends! There is NO CHAT on Thursday, July 2 due to the 4th of July (US) holiday. 💥 We will be back on July 9 with @sandyhubbard.bsky.social hosting a conversation about using creativity as a freelance skill. Follow her for updates! 😀

Archie is taking the weekend easy! 💜🐶

NW Iowa friends, get outside and enjoy this beautiful day before the heatwave strikes! Some amazing wildflowers and birds are hanging out at Prairie Park! angelatague.com/midwest-wild... #BackroadsBlog #GetOutside #GoForAWalk

Desk time this morning! I have a Monday deadline and need to make some progress on this project. Have a great Saturday! 😃

Happy Friday! I hope your day has gone well! In addition to my usual Friday admin tasks today, I... 😊 Set up a Pinterest board for the Backroads Blog ✍ Applied for a writing position at an agency ⏳ Updated my clients/colleagues about upcoming time off 1/2

Subscribers -- check your email around lunchtime for a new post on the Backroads Blog! Thanks for coming along on my adventures! 😃

Thistles are my fav wildflower of spring! angelatague.smugmug.com/Midwest-Wild...

Thank you for attending #FreelanceFriends! This chat is coordinated by a team of dedicated biz friends. FYI - There is NO CHAT on July 2 due to the 4th of July (US) holiday. We will be back on July 9 with @sandyhubbard.bsky.social hosting! Stay tuned for updates via the #FreelanceFriends hashtag.

Friends Helping Friends: As we wrap up, feel free to offer a tip, inspirational quote or something you learned recently that every freelancer in your circle should know or hear! #FreelanceFriends

Open Mic: #FreelanceFriends, it's your chance to ask the group a question. What questions do you have about kill fees or abrupt project ends? Or, ask your question about any other small business topic. Comment below and let your fellow freelancers offer insight.