The Touch
As I get out of my car at school, Sudden warmth on my left cheek Alerts me. The sunshine pays a rare 10 second visit. My obedient eyes close and … Continue reading
Unexpectedly Beautifull
There was no way we were going to make it all around the hot city, hauling luggage without wheels. After one full day of traveling in New York, my body … Continue reading
Worthiness
There are so many epiphanies I have had over the last two years, I cannot begin to name them all. But, today’s epiphany is worthiness. Living into the idea of … Continue reading
Reentry
Hopeful lingering Keeping clean in the head Fresh start Hold onto the lollygagging, ankle shuffles only zigzagging at 45 degree angles will be acceptable
18 Tons of Gerrardo
The dramamine was packed. All I had to endure was a few plane trips, airport trams, and a huge tour bus for 10 days. “Did you get the patch?” one … Continue reading
Strategy to Kill the Fly
There are an unusual amount of black flies this spring in northern Michigan. My dreamy ideal first day at the beach experience turned into a series of slaps on my … Continue reading
Snow Day Surprise
RING! The phone in my kitchen made me jump. A big smile spread across my face when I saw Mrs. deForest’s name on the caller ID. I knew what she … Continue reading
Draft 7 and 8
Draft 7 and 8 are complete of my novel for middle readers. I don’t know what that means other than feeling much closer to sending in to a publisher. I … Continue reading
One at a Time
As a child, I felt often bored with my lack of topics to think about. As an adult the opposite problem exists. The beginning of the week is never my … Continue reading
Friends
Friends. We are all so lucky to have them. A good friend is versatile. She understands the different moods of you. Together, the two of you create something new. It … Continue reading
Learning Lines 