Monthly Archives: April 2019

Wood Violets and Rubies

To burn off the weight of being inside for too long on a sunny day, I go for a walk, follow the wood violets into a park, into the smell of fresh wood chips and kids playing soccer. To avoid … Continue reading

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Morning Coffee

Drip, pour over, french press. Bold, mild, “a little room for cream.” You order half decaf, “make it a medium,” and feel like the drunk who orders near-beer. Who are we kidding. You sit facing the window, and the clock … Continue reading

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The Ups and Downs of Life & Writing

Yesterday was all sunshine and blue skies, visits with friends from a past life, great conversations about creative pursuits and stories published. A lift in confidence and excitement. Today, clouds. There was snow earlier, big flakes. Strange and beautiful, yes, … Continue reading

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