Holding them in my hands, keeping them safe, these tiny persons had no one else – no other hero. If I couldn’t help them, there was no hope. I shared two stories about my childhood that both seemed like hate. One was emotion – the other… Love is not a feeling. It has never been…
Assumptive Assertions and Asprins
The Profound Influence of Assumptions: Unraveling Their Power Assumptions, adorned with alliteration, possess a remarkable ability to amplify and affect various aspects of our lives. From altering our perceptions and perspectives to shaping our decisions and relationships, assumptions hold significant sway over our thoughts and actions. Let’s delve into the intriguing world of assumptions, exploring…
When I Write About Life
Moving toward a more full-time role in writing has given me the opportunity to learn how successful both writing in community and from conversation can truly be. For four weeks I’ve been writing among creative peers, learning to develop better disciplines and skills for publishing. In that time I’ve learned more about myself and how…
A Rose | Poem of the Heart
A poem of me: A Rose.
Being Held Against My Will
1984. The year it all took place. Darkness lay over the table like a blanket under the sliver of a moon at midnight. The meal prepared for me, too dark to see, lost its appeal. In fear, I struggled to find my way from the table, sheepishly walking to find the heavy door, pushing through…
My Writing Demise | Looking at the Mystical Part of Expression
I write about living well. Well, I write about living. Life often isn’t well. Life is often not worth living well. No matter how I parse this, the truth is that I am unable to find consistency in self-expression without some internal/external power pulling or pushing me against the tides of my own chaos. Reflection…
49/27 A Mystery Unfolds – Learning Life (A Pondering)
Today I ponder how the next twelve months I have left will unfold and what the history books will say, if anything, about me. No, I’m not dying, just living my last year in my 40’s. 49 – I mean it’s a minimal number if it’s your bank balance or a final exam grade. But…
What Good is A Woman?
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Email | RSS | More“When we perceive a man, we perceive him as a whole. His physical body, his intellect, his personality – it’s all tied into who he is as a person. So, while his body may be aging, he’s growing more independent, successful,…
Laughing Laughs
Laugh at yourself. Be creative. Just a thought.
Making a Mark
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Email | RSSStains keep me up at night. It’s true. I have a tendency to obsess over stains on rugs, clothes, bedding, or anywhere else. There’s a wine stain on our butcherblock countertop that only I can see. I’ve spent the last nine years trying…