We have flown to a sunnier, warmer place for two weeks, and we’ve taken along my sister Worthy, Liliana’s auntie and namesake. It was a quiet weekend, spent by and in the pool, listening to iPod mixes, mixing drinks, and eating crackers and Camembert and prosciutto. Today, we take little L to the beach for […]
Parenting Doldrums
As any new parent, I’m feeling a little worn around the edges–exhausted, depleted, and discouraged. So, I’m ready for our upcoming trip to the southern regions of this world where there are sandy beaches and ample sun and fabulous food. It will be good for continued bonding with Liliana and good for the spirit (because, […]
Thankful
The day is cloudy. The birds are flitting about the bird feeder (juncos, cardinals, woodpeckers, and nuthatches), and the quaking aspen are standing guard out front. A great day for a fire in the fireplace. I’m spending the day with my two most favorite people in all the world. We’ll have a Thanksgiving meal, then […]
Pre-Thanksgiving Thoughts
Have you heard of the four books out by Skylight Paths Publishing called, in order, Spring: A Spiritual Biography of the Season, Summer: A Spiritual Biography of the Season, Autumn: A Spiritual Biography of the Season, Winter: A Spiritual Biography of the Season? They’re wonderful books that include short snippets of poetry or prose or […]
Fiction Writing Suggestions
Today, I feel tapped out–in all ways. I’m not feeling very creative, nor am I getting much writing done. It’s discouraging to have come this far (to the publication stage), then experience such doldrums. But I rest in the fact that it can’t last too long (oh, please, don’t tell me differently!), and we’ll all […]